Epicurean Calgary

Epicurean Calgary
Calgary, AB
Canada
ph: 403-269-6592 ex. 2
epicureancalgary@yahoo.ca

What's Up Calendar

To get your event listed, or for more information on events below, please CALL or E-Mail us at 403-269-6592 ex. 2 or epicureancalgary@yahoo.ca

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Calgary Roughnecks

The 2019 NLL Champs Calgary Roughnecks return for the 2019-20 season. Their next home game is February 29 vs. San Diego. For more info, click here.

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Calgary Flames

The Flames return for the 2019-20 season. They play 6 home games in February. For more info, click here.

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Concerts and Special Events:

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January-March 2020

Winter Festivals

February 2020
February 14-15
Winefest Edmonton (Edmonton, Alberta)

February 21-22
Winefest Calgary

February 24-29
Calgary Midwinter Bluesfest

February 28-March 15
YYC Food & Drink Experience 2020

For a list of seasonal festivals in and around Calgary, click here. More to come.

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January-March 2020

Walks, Runs, Rides, Rolls, Strolls, Jogs, Etc.

Various Locations

February 2020
February 1-29
2020 YYC Hot Chocolate Fest

February 22
Coldest Night of the Year (4 locations)

March 2020
March 6
6th Annual Friends in Motion: Bowl-A-Thon

March 7
Parents' Quest for the Cure: Silver Screen Gala

To register, pledge, donate, or for more information, click here.

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January 2020

January 31-February 29, 2020

EXPOSURE 2020: Alberta's Photography Festival

Various Locations in Calgary and also Banff, Canmore, Cochrane, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat

Special Events
Exposure Photography Festival Launch Party
January 31, 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 Street S.W.
Come celebrate the launch of Exposure 2020 and see the following exhibitions on show at the festival HQ!
International Open Call
Emerging Photographers Showcase
2019 Emerging Photographer of the Year, Boon Ong ‘Our Closets’
FREE

Instagram Live Tour of Exposure Exhibitions
Thursday February 6, 12:30 p.m.
Tune in to the Instagram Live feature on @exposurephotofestival to join our Curatorial Tour of The FENCE exhibition with Beth Kane, Exposure Coordinator.
FREE

Boon Ong Artist Talk
Saturday February 8, 2:00 p.m.
Learn more about Boon Ong’s exhibition, “Our Closets,” and hear about his photographic practice since winning the Exposure Emerging Photographers Showcase Photographer of the Year award in 2019.
FREE

School tours of exposure exhibitions
Thursday February 13
Hear more about the exhibitions on show at Contemporary Calgary & The Little Gallery with child and student-friendly tours led by Exposure Coordinator Beth Kane and Exposure Board Member Celina Vides.
FREE

Exposure Exhibitions Tour
Saturday February 15, 3:00 p.m.
Hear more about the exhibition on show with a tour led by Exposure Coordinator Beth Kane.
FREE

Exposure Exhibitions Tour
Thursday February 20, 6:00 p.m.
Hear more about the exhibition on show with a 18:00 tour led by some of the Exposure 2020 exhibiting
photographers themselves.
FREE

Exposure & The Camera Store: Portfolio Walk
Saturday February 22
The first annual portfolio walk is the perfect opportunity to share work with fellow photographers and industry professionals in a casual setting. Join in for an afternoon of conversation and exchange and see an amazing amount of photography on display!
FREE for event attendees.

List of Exhibitions
For exhibitions in Calgary, Banff, Canmore, Cochrane, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat click here.

List Of Events: click here.

Exposure’s mission is to generate participation in photographic image making and to engage practitioners, photo professionals, and audiences in dialogue about the medium, its past, present and future. Like photography itself, Exposure embraces a broad audience, including beginners and experienced image makers, amateurs and professionals, and photographers of all ages and interest levels. Exposure seeks to expand awareness, to educate, inform, and delight.
Each February, The Exposure Photography Festival provides a focus to exhibit a diversity of photographic imagery by involving as many entities within the community as possible. Anyone willing to create a meaningful photography-based program, exhibit, or event is welcome. To date, the festival has united educators, independent artists, and public and private galleries, aided by the generous support of businesses, media partners, and government. The Exposure Photography Festival also programs lectures, panel discussions, and workshops to encourage more thoughtful image making by practicing photographers and to raise important questions about photography. This activity infuses vitality to the Alberta winter cultural scene, nurtures a sense of collectorship, and invites an expanding audience to experience the positive aesthetic and intellectual ways that serious photography can shape their lives. Look also for exhibitions in Banff, Canmore, Cochrane, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat.
The Exposure Photography Festival is a registered non-profit society established in 2004. Exposure is run by an enthusiastic Board of Directors who are devoted to photography. The festival's mission is to generate participation in photographic image making and to engage practitioners, photo professionals, and audiences in dialogue about the medium, it's past, present and future. Like photography itself, Exposure embraces a broad audience, including beginners and experienced image makers, amateurs and professionals, and photographers of all ages and interest levels. Exposure seeks to expand awareness, to educate, inform, and delight.
2020 will be the 16th year of Alberta’s one and only photography festival. The Festival hosts over 30,000 attendees annually. Most events and activities are free and open to the public. The Board of Directors looks forward to welcoming the community to an exciting and inspiring festival, celebrating photography and photographers from near and far.
Look for over 20 events and over three dozen exhibitions. From January 31-April 26, the Exposure Festival HQ will be held in Contemporary Calgary. Displayed within its dramatically bold brutalist spaces are the three festival feature exhibitions: International Open Call, Emerging Photographers Showcase and 2019 Emerging Photographer of the Year, Boon Ong’s, Our Closets.
Gallery hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Monday: Closed

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February 2020

February 12-16, 2020

Halfpipe Rodeo FIS Freeski & Snowboard World Cup

WinSport Canada Olympic Park, 88 Canada Olympic Road S.W.

Schedule:
Wednesday February 12
Ski Halfpipe Qualifications - Women's: 10:00 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
Ski Halfpipe Qualifications - Men's: 12:23 p.m.-3:12 p.m.

Thursday February 13
Ski Slopestyle Qualifications - Women's: 9:45 a.m.-11:25 a.m.
Snowboard Halfpipe Qualifications - Women's: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Snowboard Halfpipe Qualifications - Men's: 11:03 a.m.-12:06 p.m.
Ski Slopestyle Qualifications - Men's: 12:50 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

Friday February 14
Snowboard Slopestyle Qualifications - Women's: 9:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
Snowboard Slopestyle Qualifications - Men's: 11:10 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.
Ski Halfpipe Finals - Men's & Women's: 6:00 p.m.-7:49 p.m.

Saturday February 15
Ski Slopestyle Finals - Men's & Women's: 1:00 p.m.-2:54 p.m.
Snowboard Halfpipe Finals - Men's & Women's: 6:00 p.m.-7:48 p.m.

Sunday February 16
Snowboard Slopestyle Finals - Men's & Women's: 1:00 p.m.-2:54 p.m.

Free Admission

Grab your cowboy hat and watch the top skiers compete in finals
Come on down to the second annual Halfpipe Rodeo World Cup! Dust off the cowboy hat and boots and mosey on down to Winsport Canada Olympic park for a five day festival featuring the world’s best ski and snowboard pipe riders.

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February 13-16, 2020

Valentine's Day Events

Various Locations

Try something different for Valentine's Day. A list of unique events is found here.

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February 13-17, 2020

Winterpalooza 2020

Various locations

Schedule:
February 13
6:00 p.m.
Winter Biking 101 Panel
Bike and Brew 921 1 Ave. N.E.
6:15 p.m.
Hot Chocolate Ride
Central Memorial Park, 1221 2 Street S.W.

February 14
7:30 a.m.
CoffeeOutside
12:30 a.m.
8th Annual Winter Bike to Work Day
www.winterbiketoworkday.org
5:00 p.m.
Snow Suit and Scotch Ride !!
City Hall steps,
800 Macleod Trail S.E.
6:45 p.m.
Valentines Ride Bonfire
The Rise, St. Patrick's Island

February 15
11:00 a.m.
3ByBike
11:00 a.m.
The Beltline Bonspiel at Lougheed House

February 16
10:00 a.m.
Show Your Bike Some Winter Love
Servepro Bike Wash 437 36 Ave. S.E.
2:45 p.m.
Spoke and Word - 2nd Winter Edition
Alforno Bakery and Cafe, 222 7 St. S.W.

February 17
12:30 a.m.
Winterpalooza 2020

Free

From February 13th to 17th, join Cyclepalooza Calgary for their 2020 Winterpalooza cycling event. Join and meet other fellow cyclists while braving the cold!
Cyclepalooza is a community-driven, do-it-yourself bicycle festival held every summer in Calgary. Cyclepalooza brings people together through cycling for fun and transportation.

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February 14-15, 2020

Winefest Edmonton

Edmonton Convention Centre, Hall D, 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta

Friday, February 14: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 15:
Afternoon Session: 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Evening Session: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Ticket Prices:
Early Bird Ticket:
Friday Evening Session - $87 (available until January 10th)
Saturday Afternoon Session - $80 (available until January 10th)
Saturday Evening Session - $87 (available until January 10th)
Regular Ticket: Friday Evening Session - $92
Saturday Afternoon Session - $87
Saturday Evening Session - $92
Corporate/Group Rate: Special ticket discounts are available for Corporate/Group orders of 10 or more tickets.
Swirl, sip and savour at Winefest – one ticket includes an all-inclusive sampling of wines from all over the world and an array of delectable hors d'oeuvres. Note that tickets are valid for one session only.

Winefest Edmonton invites you to indulge among hundreds of wines in all styles and flavours! One ticket includes all-inclusive sampling of wines, hors d'oeuvres and a take-home wine glass. Guests will enjoy a variety of red, white, port, sparkling, and dessert wines from the world's most celebrated wine regions, and a selection of sweet and savoury decadent bites.
Attendees can take advantage of an onsite Sobeys Liquor and Safeway Wine & Spirits store to purchase their favourite finds to enjoy at home. Also included in ticket prices is a Tasting Notebook and complimentary wine glass. With three different tasting sessions, there’s a time and date for everyone! Tickets on sale now, so be sure to visit the website to take advantage of Early Bird Ticket prices and check out the menu.

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February 14-16, 2020

GLOW Winter Festival

Stephen Avenue Walk, from 3rd St. S.W. to 1st St. S.E.

Friday: 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

FREE

GLOW Winter Festival
Explore. Interact. Illuminiate.
Embrace winter and get outdoors with GLOW. Enjoy quality time with loved ones in the crisp February night, and stay warm with delicious food, cozy drinks, and fun activities for all ages. Vote for your favourite ice carver and take a ride down the ice slide, then end the night with a drink at the Ice Lounge and take in the live music.

What's Happening At Glow
Glow is happening on 8th Ave., also known as Stephen Avenue Walk, from 3rd St. S.W. to 1st St. S.E. in downtown Calgary.

Ice Slide
If you love waterslides, then get ready for the Ice Slide! Hand carved and illuminated, the ice slide is both a work of art and fun for the whole family.

BATL Axe throwing
Show off your skills with BATL Axe Throwing. It takes both strength and aim to win bragging rights for the most bullseyes. Will you be the champion?

Ice Sculptures
Enjoy the sparkling beauty of ice sculptures all along Stephen Ave and vote on your favourite ice carvers as they uncover works of art from the ice right before your eyes.

Live Music
World-renowned musical act Earth Harp Symphony will be live on Stephen Ave for GLOW! Experience the once-in-a-lifetime performance, plus 35 musical artists across three stages.

Ice Lounges
You don’t have to worry about your drink being cold enough at GLOW! Metropolitan, Local, and The Guild are opening outdoor Ice Patios and Milestones will be operating a beer garden in Stephen Ave.

And so much more
There’s something for everyone at GLOW. Show off your creative side with the Live Drawing Project, enjoy a sweet maple treat at the Sugar Shack, and get cozy with a visit to the warming zones and bonfire.

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February 15, 2020

The Beltline Bonspiel

Lougheed House, 707 13 Avenue S.W.

11:00 a.m-5:00 p.m.

NEW FOR 2020: Room for a limited number of community and corporate teams of four people to participate in the 12-team friendly bonspiel to compete for the glory of the 1915 Brewery Trophy.
Enter a Community Team: $25 per team
Enter a Corporate Team : $250 per team

The Beltline Bonspiel is a FREE, family-friendly event with free admission to the Lougheed House.

In 1915, the Calgary Brewing and Malting Company (1892-1961) established the Brewery Trophy for curling. Honour that tradition by not only seeing the awarding the historic trophy at the Beltline Bonspiel but also by celebrating local craft beer in the family-friendly rinkside beer garden featuring local Beltline breweries Inner City Brewing and Last Best Brewing & Distilling. Warm up by the fire pits and enjoy some of Calgary's finest craft beers and DJs.
The one day festival brings together local Calgary teams to compete in a friendly outdoor curling tournament with the backdrop of the historic Lougheed House, live music, delicious local food and beer, and entertainment for all ages. Since its inception as the first outdoor curling tournament in Calgary in over 100 years, it brings Calgarians together for a truly unique winter experience.

Activities
- Local Craft Beer Garden - delicious local beer rinkside from local breweries,
- Firepits all around to keep you warm,
- Calgary's premier East African food truck bringing something new and amazing to the food truck scene - samosas, fried cassava, beef mishkaki, butter chicken poutine and more delicious dishes.
- Rinkside Stage - live music & DJs spinning tracks all day long.
- Bonspiel Tourney - watch local community & corporate teams compete for the coveted 1915 Brewery Trophy.
- Family-Friendly curling - everyone is invited to try their hand at curling in between the action, kids too!
- Lougheed House - free admission: enjoy fresh local food & drinks inside at The Restaurant, live music, plus Memorial Park Library's Story Time and musical instrument library drop in music lesson.

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February 16, 2020

The 65 Roses Princess Ball

Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre Street South

1:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Tickets: $65

In the fall of 2013, a group of dedicated volunteers decided to put on a Princess Ball for the young princesses of Calgary. Inspired by a similar event in Red Deer, the first ever 65 Roses Princess Ball was took place on February 16, 2014 and was attended by nearly 300 princesses and their escorts. It was a tremendous success!
To date, The 65 Roses Princess Ball has raised a remarkable $200,000 to help us find a cure for cystic fibrosis!
After hosting six SOLD OUT balls, there has been an outcry from our Community to let this event grow. This year, they're rollin' out the red carpet for boys and introducing KNIGHTS, since they love a good party too. They'll be activities and special characters for everyone at The 65 Roses Princess Ball!
This children's ball promises a spoon full of whimsy and magic! You and your little one will be treated to a buffet lunch, dancing, face painting, crafts, live shows, decorate your own dessert, and a silent auction all in the company of your favourite characters.
Volunteer run and organized, welcome to the 2020 65 Roses Princess Ball, introducing Knights!

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February 17, 2020

Family Day at the Olympic Oval

Olympic Oval, 2500 University Dr. N.W.

Noon to 5:00 p.m.

Admission is FREE with donation of a non-perishable food item

For the last 20 years, Family Day has been a tradition at the Olympic Oval. This year, join in on Monday, February 17th for the Servus Credit Union Free Family Day Skate. Parking is FREE and admission is FREE. Bring your own skates and helmet or you can rent them at the Olympic Oval Skate Shop. This year, XL 103 will be on-site playing the best music ever made from the 70s 80s AND MORE! It's going to be an amazing day so be sure to Save-The-Date and join in for Family Day on The Fastest Ice in the World!

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February 20-22, 2020

Block Heater

Various locations in Inglewood and the East Village

Schedule:
Thursday - February 20: 8:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Friday - February 21: 3:00 p.m.-11:25 p.m.
Saturday - February 22: 1:00 p.m.-11:25 p.m.
Full schedule here

Tickets:
Thursday evening: $30
Friday evening: $55
Saturday afternoon: $25
Saturday evening: $55
Saturday combo: $72
This combo ticket permits entry to all Block Heater events on Saturday, February 22nd, including the afternoon sessions.
3-Day Pass Block Heater wristband: $120
The 3-day wristband permits entry to all Block Heater events from Thursday, February 20th to Saturday, February 22nd.

Welcome to Calgary Folk Music Festival’s fifth annual Block Heater, presented by ATB, happening in the heart of Calgary’s Inglewood and East Village. Over thirty artists — from the homegrown to the far-flung — perform in concerts and collaborative sessions at five uniquely Calgary venues: the Central Library, Festival Hall, Gorilla Whale, Ironwood, King Eddy, and Studio Bell. Cure your winter cabin fever and wander from stage to stage featuring everything from the truest folk to the newest hip hop while enjoying a Big Rock beer. Join in also to celebrate Black Future Month with featured artists and a special film presentation.
At this genre-crossing three day winter extravaganza, you’ll hear pop-punk-neo-jazz-fusion, alt-folk, depression-era blues, Appalachian mountain music, traditional roots, afterhours cool grooves, old-fashioned pop, beautiful and heart-wrenching tales, lilting electro textures, New Orleans based playful pop, gospel-influenced soul, ambient soundscapes, improvised violin compositions, rez electronica, lush indie-pop, Mexi-Americana fusion, Celtic-meets-pop, psychedelic rock and more. With 38 homegrown, national and international artists in concerts and collaborative sessions plus a film and panel discussion, it’s the ultimate cure for cabin fever.

Artists include:
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AfrotroniX
Amelie Patterson
Amy Nelson
Boogát
Carmanah
Carsie Blanton
Cécile Doo-Kingué
Chad VanGaalen
David Wax Museum
Del Barber
DJ Shub
Élage Diouf
Geoffroy
Hannah Epperson
Hannah Georgas
Jayme Stone's Folklife
Jess Knights
Jom Comyn
Justin Rutledge
Karimah
Marlaena Moore
nêhiyawak
Sam Lynch
The Weather Station
Wyatt C. Louis
Bella White
Kid Koala
Laura Hickli
Lynn Olagundoye
Richard Inman
Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar
Shane Koyczan
Son Little
Sunglaciers
Sunny War
Tchutchu
Villages and more

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February 21, 2020

Chinese New Year Gala Year of the Rat

Regency Palace Seafood Restaurant, Third Floor, 328 Centre Street S.E.

Time:
5:30 p.m. Champagne Reception
6:30 p.m. Dinner and program
9:30 p.m. Live band performance

Tickets: $88 for members, $128 for non-members

The Hong Kong Canada Business Association (HKCBA) Calgary will host the premier Chinese New Year celebration in Calgary. Without a doubt, Hong Kong is the most dynamic platform for doing business in mainland China and the Asia-Pacific region. HKCBA provides an effective forum from which these multilateral business relationships and connections can be promoted and expanded.
Each year HKCBA Calgary hosts a Chinese New Year Gala, with over 500 guests from the business community. It is an excellent opportunity to celebrate, connect and network with HKCBA members, government and business representatives. The evening will include a 10-course traditional Chinese dinner, lion dance, silent auction, draw & raffle prizes, as well as entertainment.
HKCBA Calgary also takes this annual opportunity to award scholarships to 4 deserving students from Mount Royal University and the University of Calgary. This fundraising event is all-inclusive with proceeds going to student scholarships and the ongoing work of the HKCBA.

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February 21, 2020

Unmasking the Reality of Lung Cancer New Orleans Style Gala

Hellenic Community Centre, 1 Tamarac Crescent S.W.

6:30 p.m.

Price: $125
Table of 8: $875

Once again New Orleans Mardi Gras comes to Calgary at the 2nd annual Unmasking the Reality of Lung Cancer Gala.
Most Under-Funded Cancer merits support
“22,000 people died in 2019 directly because of lung cancer and since this kills more people than breast, colon and colorectal cancer combined, there is a paramount need for research funding” says Diane Colton, one of the 19% of survivors who live beyond the 5-year mark. “Most will die within a year of being diagnosed.”
To raise funds and awareness, Colton and volunteers on the Unmasking the Reality of Lung Cancer committee invite Calgarians to a New Orleans style Mardi Gras Fundraising Gala on Friday February 21st, at Calgary’s Hellenic Community Hall.
A Cajun themed dinner by Calgary's "Great Events Catering" . Entertainment and dancing to the music of the Kimberlites will be included. There will be a Dando Dance ballroom demonstration and attendees will learn to Mambo!
Meet with lead researchers from the University of Calgary and doctors who will be there alongside lung cancer survivors and their families. Research funding and action can find answers to the root causes and earlier diagnosis – which may extend both quality and length of life.
Special thanks to Sue Deyell, Morning Show Host at 770 CHQR, who will be MC for the evening. Special guests include former Stampeder Keon Raymond, Dr. Don Morris, Dr. Gwyn Bebb, Aaron Goodarzi and Dr. Alain Tremblay from the University of Calgary.
Help support lung cancer research and awareness by attending Calgary’s Unmasking the Reality of Lung Cancer Mardi Gras Fundraising Gala
100% of funds raised will go to support research and the people affected.

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February 21-22, 2020

Winefest Calgary

BMO Centre, Hall D, Stampede Park

Friday, February 21, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 22:
Afternoon Session: 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Evening Session: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Ticket Prices:
Early Bird Ticket:
Friday Evening Session - $87 (available until January 10th)
Saturday Afternoon Session - $80 (available until January 10th)
Saturday Evening Session - $87 (available until January 10th)
Regular Ticket:
Friday Evening Session - $92
Saturday Afternoon Session - $85
Saturday Evening Session - $92
Corporate/Group Rate: Special ticket discounts are available for Corporate/Group orders of 10 or more tickets. A ticket to Winefest includes wine and food sampling, plus a Tasting Notebook and keepsake wine glass. Note that tickets are valid for one session only.

Winefest Calgary is back to spoil your senses. This all-inclusive event allows the opportunity to 'try before you buy' within a casually refined atmosphere - every sip and sample is included in the ticket price. At Winefest, wine experts are available to share their knowledge as consumers taste their way from booth to booth, providing tasting notes while educating the palate and senses. A decadent selection of hors d'oeuvres is served in a relaxed, yet fun atmosphere. Attendees can take advantage of an onsite Sobeys Liquor and Safeway Wine & Spirits store to purchase their favourite finds to enjoy at home. Also included in the ticket price are a Tasting Notebook and complimentary wine glass. Tickets sell-out quickly; purchase your tickets before January 10 to save with Early Bird rates.

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February 21-23, 2020

World Of Wheels

BMO Centre, Stampede Park

Times:
Friday, 3:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Admission:
General Admission: $18.00
Children 6-12: $6.00
Children 5 and under free

Features & Special Sections
Western Canada's Finest Hot Rods, Customs, Restored, Trucks, and Motorcycles.
- Jim Leslie Memorial Award and Six Shooter Finalists
- Vintage Alley: Traditional Cars, Customs, Bobbers
- Classic Performance Muscle Car Shootout
- Classic Performance Resto-Mod Challenge
- Pin-up Girl and Greaser Boy Contest
- Pedal Car Custom Challenge presented by Summit Racing Equipment
- Meguiar's Car Care Tips
- “Battle of the Techs” Engine Building Competition;
Fri: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Practice & Qualifying)
Sat: 11:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. (Qualifications & Competition)
Sat: 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. (Rd. 2 Qualifying)
Sun: 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. (Finals)
- Best Club Challenge
- Master Builder Award presented by “Steele Rubber Products"
- Championship Auto Show Casi Cup

2020 Celebrity Showcase Stage
Special Guest Appearances:
- Tony Stewart, NASCAR Hall of Fame - Saturday – 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
- Black Panther, Marvel Comics Superhero - Sunday – 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- John Schneider, "Bo Duke" from "Dukes of Hazzard" & Dancing with the Stars, Sunday 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

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February 22, 2020

A Touch of Gold Gala - Winter Wonderland

Calgary Shrine Event Centre, 5225 – 101 Street N.W.

5:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Cocktail hour 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Dinner starts at 6:00 p.m.

Tickets: $150

Don't hide from winter. Dress up in your formal best attire and embrace the most beautiful parts of the season at Believe in the Gold's 7th Annual A Touch Gold Gala. With a Winter Wonderland theme for a fun and frosty evening of food, drinks and dancing - but most importantly, an opportunity to raise money and awareness for childhood cancer. So please join in for the 7th annual A Touch of Gold Gala on February 22. An evening of food, drinks, dancing and most importantly raising money and awareness for childhood cancer..
Childhood Cancer is the #1 disease killer of children in the world, claiming the lives of more children annually than any other disease. This year’s event will host a silent auction boasting exciting, one of kind items and adventures for every age, taste and fancy. The event also brings local celebrities, doctors, researchers and cancer survivors to the forefront where we will hear about ground breaking research and courageous stories about the children. 100% of all funds raised will be directly donated to Childhood Cancer awareness, Immunotherapy Research, and financial-aid for affected families.

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February 22, 2020

Skijordue

Millarville Racetrack, 306097 192 Street, Millarville, Alberta

Schedule:
10:00 a.m. Gates Open
11:00 a.m. Opening Ceremony
11:15 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Competition
5:00 p.m. Award Ceremony & Prizes
6:00 p.m. Aprés Party

Tickets: $15 Limited number of Early Bird Tickets
$20 Standard price online
Under 10 years old are free

Skijoring is the fastest growing winter sport in Canada. Skijor Canada formed in late 2017 in order to support safe, consistent development of the sport on a national level with a goal of forming a country wide circuit and Canadian Championship. Skijor Canada offers information for competitors, exposure for sponsors and turnkey event solutions including website templates and support, online merchandising and event planning guidance, regulations, course designs, insurance options and sponsor introductions.
Skijor Canada invites you to participate in the cheesiest winter event ever! A blistering blend of Snow, Speed, Style & Cheese. Gritty cowboys, gnarly freeriders, fur, fringe & fashionistas.
- $10,000 Prize Money, 4 Events, over 100 teams.
- Exhibition Stunts
- Chalet photo booth
- Alpine Lounge Race
- Après Ski Party
- Fondue, Poutine, Bratwurst
- Craft Beers, Signature Cocktails in a heated tent
- Makers Market
- Awards

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February 22-March 1, 2020

2020 Vancouver International Wine Festival

Various locations, Vancouver, B.C.

Tickets: $40-$525 depending on event
Gold Pass: $499

International Festival Tastings, Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre West
Thursday February 27, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.: $95
Friday February 28, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.: $105
Saturday February 29, 2:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.: $95
Satuday February 29, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.: $115

2020 Gala Details Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction
Saturday, February 22
The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 900 West Georgia Street
6:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Tickets: $525

Over 1,450+ wines, 163 wineries, 15 countries, 25 venues, 57 events, 8 days, 25,000+ attendees
The 42nd Vancouver International Wine Festival returns for an eight-day celebration of wine and food February 22 to March 1 at the Vancouver Convention Centre and other venues around Metro Vancouver. The 2020 festival wine and food extravaganza will showcase 163 wineries from 15 countries, including 43 wineries from France, this year’s featured region. They’ll be joined by 120 wineries from around the world, pouring 1,450+ wines at 57 events. Each participating winery will be represented by a winery principal – the vine stars – who come to Vancouver every year to share and discuss their wines with festivalgoers.
The 2020 Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction kicks off with a Champagne reception at 6 p.m. and features nine additional outstanding wines paired with an exquisite five-course menu prepared by the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s culinary team. The evening will be topped off with live music and dancing. Live and silent auctions throughout the evening will feature rare wines, epicurean getaways and unique culinary experiences featuring chefs and sommeliers from the West Coast’s top restaurants. A must for any serious wine collector! One of the most spectacular wine and food events in the city – an evening of incredible wine, inventive food pairings, and unparalleled opportunities to enhance your wine cellar.

The Wine World is Here
If you attend only one of the festival’s events, make it an International Festival Tasting. The Tasting Room at the Vancouver Convention Centre is the heart of the festival, where all 163 participating wineries and their principals gather to pour their select wines. Discover exciting new wines, or return to your favourites, sipping from premium wine glasses.The room will also feature Regional Tasting Stations from France, Emilia-Romagna, Germany, New Zealand, and South Africa, as many wine and food-related exhibitors.

Vive la France!
This year, take a wine tour of France in the Tasting Room, exploring 42 wineries from 10 regions. Discover how the diverse terroirs of Alsace, Champagne, Beaujolais, Bordeaux, Bourgogne, Languedoc, Loire, Provence, Rhône, and the South West create distinct, iconic wines.

Vine Stars
The stars of the global wine scene – winemakers, proprietors, senior execs – come to Vancouver every year to pour and discuss their wines with festivalgoers. That’s what makes this festival unique. Each winery will be represented in the room by a principal, someone closely involved in the wine-production process, there to share their wines and knowledge. You’re quite likely to find that the person serving your wine has their name on the bottle. Identify the vine star by his or her royal blue lanyard. Chat them up!

The festival is produced by the Vancouver International Wine Festival Society, which has three mandates: provide an informative, educational and entertaining wine experience for public and trade; be a premier marketing opportunity for the wine industry and festival partners; and raise funds for the Bard on the Beach Theatre Society. Since inception in 1979, the festival has raised $9.2 million for the performing arts. The festival is made possible through the gracious support of our participating countries’ consulates and embassies.

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February 23, 2020

The Wizards Beer Festival: Calgary

Vagabond Calgary, 1129 Olympic Way S.E.

11:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Tickets: $45
Included in your ticket, will be a 12 oz. welcome beer and five tokens that will give you access to various beer and activity stations

Attention all Witches and Wizards:
You are formally invited to the most magical beer festival of the year! Sunday, Feburary 23rd, transport into a mysterious and magical wizarding world. A variety of magical onsite entertainment will be available, including local DJs, tarot card readers, wand and potion making classes and dry ice to set the mood. This festival is sure to offer plenty of magic, making it the perfect night out with your friends!
Don’t forget to don your robes and gowns, as appropriate wizard attire is 100% encouraged and plenty of opportunities will be available to win some magical items of your own! This festival is created for fantasy and magic lovers, a mystical place where your imagination can roam free.

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February 24-28, 2020

2020 Human Bonspiel with KidSport Calgary

Olympic Plaza, 228 8th Ave S.E.

Team Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. each day
Curling will be weekdays over the noon hour until 1:30 p.m.
Finals will take place on February 28.

Registration Fee:
Single Team (General Entry) - $200 per team
Single Team (Charity Support) - $250 per team
Up to 4 participants

Curling not exciting enough for you and skeleton sounds downright terrifying? We give you: Human Bonspiel!
Ice? Yes. Speed? Sorta. Headfirst? Yes. Fun? You bet your button! Think you can hack it?
Compete as a team to launch yourself along the ice and slide closest to the button! No sweeping required in Calgary Corporate Challenge's most recognizable Off-Season Event! Olympic Plaza will be transformed into a giant human curling rink, where the people become the rocks and hurtle themselves down the ice, heading for the house with the goal of landing on the button.
Human Bonspiel involves teams of 4, with each team member sliding two times. Team Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. each day of the event, with the first slides scheduled for noon. Each team will slide two times. The day's top 5 teams will compete in a "slide-off" to determine the daily winner. Finished by 1:30 p.m. each day. After Slide-Offs, the teams who have placed in the Top 3 positions of the day will win prizes and will be invited back to compete on Finals Day (Friday, February 28) against the other teams who ranked as the best of the best on their respective event dates.
A portion of the proceeds from the event will go to support KidSport Calgary, who will also be on-hand collecting donations of hockey gear for kids in need.
Please make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. This event will run no matter how cold it is.

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February 24-29, 2020

Calgary Midwinter Bluesfest

Various locations

Monday, February 24
Singing the Blues Vocal Camp Workshop
7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, February 25
Blues Guitar Workshop
7:00 p.m.
Singing the Blues Vocal Camp Performances
7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 26
Blues At Noon
12:10 p.m.-12:50 p.m.
A Walk Through Blues History
7:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 27
Acoustic Blues Concert Starring: Romi Mayes
Doors 6:30 p.m., show 7:00 p.m.
Advance Tix: $25, $35 at the door

Friday, February 28
Guitar Legend Amos Garrett with Julian Kerr
7:00 p.m.
Advance Tix: $38

Saturday, February 29
Midwinter Bluesfest Dance Party
Allman Brothers Tribute
Doors 7:30 p.m., show 8:30 p.m.
Advance Tix: $25, $35 at the door

Tickets: Free-$38

The Calgary Midwinter Bluesfest, February 24-29, brings a full week of the best in Blues, celebrating some of the finest in Canadian Blues. With a full week of Blues workshops, concerts & dance parties. Warm the winter months with some smokin' hot Blues, featuring some of the finest music to be heard on the planet. Featuring a full week of workshops, public performances, concerts and a dance party will chase the blahs away!
Starring multiple award-winning guitarist and songwriter Romi Mayes, guitar icon Amos Garrett with Julian Kerr, a step back into the 70s with The Allman Tribute, and more!
Also featured are the annual the Singing the Blues Vocal Camp, Blues At Noon, A Walk Through Blues History, the Midwinter Acoustic Blues Concert, Blues Guitar Workshop, and the ever popular Midwinter Bluesfest Dance Parties and much more.

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February 24-March 1, 2020

Calgary National Bank Challenger

OSTEN & VICTOR Alberta Tennis Centre, 295 90 Avenue S.E.

Schedule:
Monday February 24
Gates Open at 8:00 a.m.
Matches Begin at 9:00 a.m.
Night Matches Begin at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday February 25
Gates Open at 9:00 a.m.
Matches Begin at 10:00 a.m.
Night Matches Begin at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday February 26
Gates Open at 9:00 a.m.
Matches Begin at 10:00 a.m.
Night Matches Begin at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday February 27
Gates Open at 9:00 a.m.
Matches Begin at 10:00 a.m.
Night Matches Begin at 6:30 p.m.

Friday February 28
Gates Open at 11:00 a.m.
Matches Begin at 12:00 p.m.
Night Matches Begin at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday February 29
Gates Open at 11:00 a.m.
Matches Begin at 12:00 p.m.

Sunday March 1
Gates Open at 11:00 a.m.
Matches Begin at 1:00 p.m.

Ticket Prices
Daily Tickets:
Monday-Tuesday: $20
Wednesday-Thursday: $25
Friday: $30
Saturday: $35
Sunday: $40
Weekly Pass (February 24th – March 1st) All Sessions: $150.00
Weekend Pass (February 28th – March 1st): $85.00

The inaugural Calgary National Challenger took place in October 2018, and was the largest international professional tennis event ever held in the City of Calgary. An ATP Challenger Tour events is a professional tennis tournament that features up-and-coming tennis players ranked generally between 50–250th in the world. This event prides itself on being the tennis world and the Calgary community together, hosting on-site activities, engaging local tennis clubs and providing opportunities to get on court while the tournament is on. This important sports event is for the community as well, featuring family-friendly events, charitable partnerships and opportunities to get on the tennis court.
Tourism Calgary announced a 3 year funding commitment for a world class tennis event. This year's Calgary National Bank Challenger will be held February 24-March 1, at the OSTEN & VICTOR Alberta Tennis Centre. The event will feature emerging tennis stars from around the world and will also provide a multi-million dollar economic benefit to Calgary.
Many of the top names currently in tennis have played Challenger events in the past, including Milos Raonic, Eugenie Bouchard, and Denis Shapovalov. The event will feature prize money of $75,000 U.S. and increase in subsequent years. This year Canadian Tennis Star Vasek Pospisil will play in 2020 Calgary National Bank Challenger. This year’s tournament also includes an opportunity to participate in a doubles clinic hosted by former World No. 1 Doubles Player, Olympic Champion and eight-time Grand Slam Champion, Daniel Nestor. Ahead of the tournament, the official player and line up announcement will be made at The CORE Shopping Centre (The CORE) on February 10th at 10:00 a.m. during an exciting pre-event celebration. The public are encouraged to join tournament organizers at The CORE from February 10th to 21st to come hang out with tennis professionals and buy tickets to the highly anticipated event.
The City of Calgary has also committed to support the event through the Council of Strategic Investment Fund (CSIF) grant for hosting major events.

Activities
In addition to being a premier tennis tournament, enjoy many community focused events:
Monday, February 24
Opening Night: Presented by National Bank

Tuesday, February 25
Kids Day: Free Admission to Calgary Area Schools (9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.). To reserve your school visit, please contact Luis Reyes.

Wednesday, February 26
Tennis Day in Alberta: Presented by Tennis Alberta
Donor Appreciation Night @ 5:00 p.m.

Friday, February 28
KidSport Calgary Day: Join in for the KidSport Calgary – Comrie’s Sports Bank Leisure Olympics! This fundraising event will get you on court playing games with Calgary sports heroes and then VIP access to watch the evening feature match.

Saturday, February 29
Daniel Nestor Doubles Clinic: Learn doubles from the best in the business. Canadian Tennis legend, Daniel Nestor, will be giving a Doubles Clinic from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. before the semi-finals begin. To register, please call 587-393-1603.

Sunday, March 1
Pre-Match Entertainment: Tssut’ina Nation Pow Wow (12:00 p.m.–12:40 p.m.)

A retail village will also be running throughout the duration of the event.

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February 27, 2020

ACE Leaders Lunch - Calgary

Modern Steak Stephen Avenue, 100 8 Ave. S.E.

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Tickets:
Members pricing: $68.00
Non-Members pricing: $85.00

There is a beautiful shift happening in the world. Women are stepping into their leadership and claiming their seats at the table. Taking the learnings from The Judy Project, it turns out leadership traits that might once have been seen as feminine flaws are now the ones leaders need.
Traits such as compassion, honesty, generosity and authenticity – these all strengthen organizations rather than undermine them.
Join in on Thursday February 27th at Modern Ocean as Katherine Emberly, President of Business, Brand and Communications at Shaw Communications shares her wisdom on 'Why We Need More Women in Leadership'. Katherine is responsible for leading the Shaw Business, Brand, Sponsorship and Internal Communications teams. Women in Leadership is a key passion of Katherine’s and she spends time speaking to and mentoring the next generation of female leaders in Canada.
This private lunch brings leading women together, so please invite a colleague or two to join you.

Meet Your Speaker
Katherine Emberly is the President of Business, Brand & Communications at Shaw Communications and is responsible for leading the Shaw Business, Brand, Sponsorship, Media Relations and Internal Communications teams. Katherine has been a leader at Shaw since 2004 and has held a variety of roles across the organization including Senior Vice President, Marketing, Vice President, Operations, Vice President Focus to Deliver, Vice President, Marketing, Vice President, Communications and Public Relations, Director, Corporate Communications and Manager, Advertising. Katherine is active in the community through her work on the Calgary Economic Development board, Calgary Sports and Major Events Committee reporting into Tourism Calgary, and her previous work on the board of Ronald McDonald House Southern Alberta.

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February 27-March 1, 2020

Calgary Home & Garden Show

BMO Centre, Stampede Park

Thursday, Noon-9:00 p.m.
Friday, Noon-9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Admission:
Adults (13+): $16.00
Seniors (60+): $13.00
Seniors (60+) Friday Before 5:00 p.m.: $7
Children 12 and under: FREE

The Calgary Home + Garden Show is the most trusted resource for every home improvement project, inside and out. With experts offering great products and ideas for landscaping, decorating and renovating your home, plus more than 550 exhibitors and a slew of exciting new features, there’s real advice, real inspiration and real experts at every turn.
You can also expect to see internationally known designers sharing their secrets of the trade and inspiring the home decorator. Everything Home and Garden with gardening and landscaping, decorating and design, remodeling and renovating, home accessories and more.

Celebrity speakers include:
- Bryan Baeumler, HGTV Canada Celebrity Contractor
- Experts from the City of Calgary
- Gardening specialist Chelsie Anderson
- Becky Feasby of Prairie Girl Flowers
- Janet Melrose, Calgary's Cottage Gardener
- and more

Don't miss these Fresh Features at the Show:
- Home & Garden Stage
- Ask An Expert
- #ColourStories designed by Dayle Sheehan Interior Design
- The Green Lounge designed by Rochelle Cote Interior Design
- Prairie Girl Flowers Floral Truck
- Tree Auction presented by Countryside Landscapes and Garden Centre
- Workshop Series designed by Simply Styled Inspo
- Outside the Shape
- Garden Corner
- Backyard Oasis
- Food Truck Eatery
- TELUS Future Home
- Help Desks

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February 28-March 1, 2020

2020 Canmore Winter Carnival

Various locations, Canmore, Alberta

Schedule of Events:
Friday, February 28
Winter Carnival Kick-Off
Canmore Civic Centre
Swing by the Civic Centre and kick off Canmore’s annual Winter Carnival.
Music, bonfires, hot chocolate, games and more!

Log Sawing Competition
Will you be Canmore's fastest sawyer? Want to try log sawing?
Join in for an evening of great fun.
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Register on the spot.

Kids Ice Carving
Calling all kiddos! Carve little blocks of ice and take home an awesome ice sculpture.
4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Tools provided. Register on the spot.

Saturday, February 29
Ice Carving Competition & Community Play Day
Canmore Civic Centre Plaza
Join in for a day of winter fun: maple taffy, bonfires, food and more. This is a jam-packed day full of community, laughter and fun times.

Ice Carving Competition
Talented ice carvers transform blocks of ice into magnificent works of art to the theme, Play.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Ice Carving
5:00 p.m. - Awards Ceremony
Cast your vote for the People's Choice award before 4:45 p.m.

BeaverTails Eating Competition
Yes! It's true and delicious.
12 noon
2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Pre-register at the BeaverTails store: 801 - 8 Street (a.k.a. Main Street). Limited spots.

Log Sawing Competition
Will you be Canmore's fastest sawyer? Join in on the action! Team and individual timed competitions
10:00 a.m. - 12 noon & 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Register on the spot.

Mut Hut Emporium Pooch Parade 1:00 p.m.
Watch locals dogs and their owners wearing the latest in winter fashion in this popular parade! This year’s theme is Play.
The event starts at 1:00 pm. This is an outdoor event so please ensure you and your pet dress for the weather!

Sunday, March 1
Fun at the Pond
The Pond on 7th Ave.
Human Curling, Music, Bonfires, Snow Volleyball

Snowy Owl Kid 'N' Mutt Races - The Pond
Families or individual teams of kids and sled dogs race down the track … nail-biting action.
10:00 a.m. – 12 noon 5 & 6 year olds
12 noon – 2:00 p.m. 7 to 9-year-olds
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 10 to 12-year-olds
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Families compete for first place

Canmore winters are fun and full of magic. Every February, come together with the community during the Canmore Winter Carnival to celebrate the best parts of the unique winter lifestyle. Join in for a weekend of indoor and outdoor events and experiences: ice carving competitions, kids’ ice carving , beaver tails eating competitions, the always entertaining pooch parade, log sawing and the amazing Snowy Owl Kid N' Mutt races.

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February 28-March 15, 2020

YYC Food & Drink Experience 2020

Various locations

Check back for participating restauramts and special events.

Join in for YYC Food & Drink Experience 2020 from February 28 to March 15 Calgary’s exciting restaurant and culinary tourism scene.
For 17 days, enjoy offerings from more than 60 of Calgary’s favourite restaurants, featuring multi-course prix fixe value-priced menus, along with optional Wines of British Columbia pairings. Plus there will be one-of-a-kind chef collaborations, chef exchanges, intimate winemaker’s dinners, brunches and other delectable culinary events. And that’s not all. The foodie fun continues all year long with even more special events celebrating the best chefs, restaurants, bartenders, wine, craft beer and spirits.

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February 29, 2020

Starry Night Whisky and Wine Festival 2020

Pioneer on 8th, 117 8 Ave. S.W.

6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Tickets: $85

Come to Pioneer on 8th and enjoy whisky and wine tasting, sample hors d’oeuvres from Mercato, be entertained by local musical talent, and peruse the wide selection of items available for the silent auction. All of this, while feeling good about doing good, as all proceeds to this evening’s event will go to The Rotary Flames House.
Support The Matteo Shafer Legacy Fund at the 3rd Annual Starry Night fundraiser for Pediatric Cancer Research on Saturday, February 29th at Pioneer on 8th
This event, held in honour and remembrance of Matteo Shafer promises to be an amazing evening. You will have the opportunity to sample dozens of wines from around the world, a variety of spirits and craft beers and, last but not least, some delicious food provided by Mercato. There will be a silent auction with a wide range of items.
Over the past several decades, while there have been many advancements in the fight against pediatric cancer it is still the leading cause of death due to disease in children.
40 years ago, 80% of children diagnosed with cancer died. Today, thanks to ongoing research 80% live. However, survival often comes at a very high price. 60% of survivors suffer one or more side effects later in life, many of which are severe or life-threatening.
That means for every 100 children diagnosed with caner:
- 20 will not survive
- 48 will have lasting side effects
- 100 will suffer, along with their families.

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February 29, 2020

The 64th Magyar Gála Hungária Ball

Grand Ballroom, Westin Hotel, 320 4th Avenue S.W.

5:00 p.m.

Tickets: $170

Organized under the sponsorship of the Hungarian Veterans' Association, the Magyar Gála is a showcase of Hungarian culture to the Canadian community. The Magyar Gála is a debutante ball coupled with a strong military tradition. Since its early days in the 1950s, the ball grew both in scale and scope. From a humble evening of dinner and dance it blossomed into an elaborate and elegant ball. The evening is filled with excitement and delightful performances.
The opening performance is the traditional stately Palots Court Dance, which became the traditional opening dance for many Hungarian balls. The highlight of the Ball is the presentation of the debutantes through the Debutante Waltz. The richness and splendour of the Hungarian folkdance is then presented by the Vadrózsa Hungarian Folk Dancers. Dancing to live entertainment would follow.

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February 29-March 8, 2020

Tim Horton's Brier

Leon's Centre, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, Kingston, Ontario

Schedule:
Wildcard game: Friday February 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Draws start at 2:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Saturday, February 29
Sunday at 9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Monday at 9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday at 9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday at 9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Thursday at 8:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Friday at 1:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Tiebreakers, Page Playoff and Semifinal Saturday at 9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Bronze Medal Match Sunday at 12:00 p.m.
Final Sunday at 7:00 p.m.
All Times local

Tickets and Passes:
Single Tickets: $20.20-$59.75 per draw
Youth 17 years and younger (Draws 1-17): $15
Playoffs: $35
Championship Saturday & Semi: $39.50
Final: $49.50
Full Event Passes: $525
Premium Full Event: $550
Opening Weekend Mini Pack: $119
Championship Weekend Mini Pack: $249
Day Packs: $59

Teams from across the country will be sending their Men's Provincial Champion teams to compete against each other for the title of Tim Horton's Brier Champion. This team goes on to represent Canada at the LGT World Men's Championship in Glasgow, Scotland. Enjoy the Patch, where the celebration of Canada’s most sociable game carries on all day, every day… and, late into the night at the 2020 Tim Horton's Brier.
It’s the perfect match – curling fans across the country share one driving passion… a pure and simple love to party! During the nine days of the Tim Horton's Brier, the Patch is where it will all come together.
The Patch, championship curling’s legendary party place, is where fans are guaranteed a rockin’ good time, highlighted by a nightly lineup of live entertainment, and fuelled by a tasty selection of food and beverages.
You’ll have a number of opportunities to meet with the athletes at daily Team Autograph sessions and Up Close and Personal interviews. And, you could be the hottest shot in the Patch just by registering for the Cool Shots competition. The best part is, admission comes free with every same-day event pass.
The Tim Hortons Brier is probably the truest of any Canadian sporting championship. Fifteen teams, representing each of Curling Canada’s 14 Member Associations as well as the defending champion Team Canada, compete for the Brier Tankard, the refurbished silver trophy that was presented to the winners of the Brier during Macdonald Tobacco’s 50-year sponsorship. The trophy was re-introduced in 2001 in Ottawa at the first Nokia Brier, when the famed Labatt Brier Tankard was retired after the 2000 Brier in Saskatoon.
The Canadian men's curling championship began in 1927 in Toronto and has been contested each year since, with the exception of the war years (1943-1945). After being held in Toronto from 1927-1939, the Brier went national in 1940, staged in Winnipeg. It has been held in every province at least once and in 31 cities from coast-to-coast.
More than 7,000 curlers attempt to qualify each year for the Brier through club, zone, district and eventually provincial championships, the latter taking place from late January through mid-February. The traditional 12-team round robin is preceded by a four-team pre-qualifying round to determine the 12th and final entry into the main round robin. Currently, the 12 Brier teams play a round robin, which concludes on Friday. The playoff format is the Page System, whereby, after any tie-breakers are required to determine the first four teams, the first and second place teams meet in one playoff game, while the third and fourth place teams meet in another game. The winner of 1 vs 2 goes directly to Sunday evening's final. The loser meets the winner of 3 vs 4 in the semi-final. The semi-final winner then advances to the final as well.

The Patch
The Patch is championship curling’s legendary party place! Fans are guaranteed a rockin’ good time, highlighted by a nightly lineup of live entertainment, and fuelled by a tasty selection of food and beverages.You’ll have a number of opportunities to meet with the athletes at daily Team Autograph sessions and Up Close and Personal interviews.

Entertainment Schedule:
Friday, February 28 Evening The Good Bones
Saturday, February 29 5 p.m. Canada and Ontario
Evening Long Range Hustle
Sunday, March 1 Evening 6ix Stix
Monday, March 2 Evening Music Video Dance Party
Tuesday, March 3 Evening 80’s Enuff
Wednesday, March 4 Evening Turpins Trail
Thursday, March 5 Evening Ambush
Friday, March 6 Evening Leah Daniels
Saturday, March 7 Evening The Carpet Frogs

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March 2020

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2020

Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed.

Brewer's Apprentice, N3 448 8 Ave. S.E.

6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. each class

Registration: $165
Includes all four "classes" including beer and brewery tour. Registration can be bought as a gift to use in any month in 2020.

Alberta Beer Festivals has always been about beer education. In order to continue that practise, they have created Brew Ed. (formerly Beer School), a four-part course that will cover all aspects about beer. Intimidated by the number of beers available and would like to know more about different beer styles? Are you currently employed or thinking about working in the restaurant service or alcohol retail industry? Do you plan to take the Cicerone Certification Program or want to learn more about the Beer Judge Certification Program? Intent on becoming a home brewer, but would like to know what varieties to brew? Or, simply, you just like beer and would like to know more about it? If you answered yes to any of the above, then Brew Ed is for you.

Each class of 10 people (maximum) will run approximately three hours and will cover a different topic such as the history of beer styles, how beer is made, and get up and personal with beer’s different ingredients. We will study beer’s characteristics and components, what makes a good beer, and even learn how to judge a beer. You’ll also learn a bit about beer packaging, glassware and home brewing. Lastly, we will also look at some food and beer pairings and talk about cooking with beer. Approximately a dozen beers will be sampled each class, so you’ll see and taste the difference between the different beer styles. The final class will be a “field trip” to one of Calgary’s breweries, where the “students” can see how beer is made first hand. And note: there will be NO final exam!

In addition to learning about the world’s most popular alcoholic beverage in an educational yet fun “classroom” you will:
- Receive your own Growler
- Be eligible to win some beer swag
- Try some surprise beers
- Be eligible to judge or steward at Calgary International Beerfest in May 2020, which includes free admission to the show. Details will be explained in “class”.

So register for Calgary’s most comprehensive beer learning experience today, before all the spots fill up! The next session will begin in April 2020. Note: You must be 18 years or older to register.

Click here to see Course Outline.

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March 4, 2020

YWHISPER Fundraising Gala

Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, 120 9 Avenue S.E.

Reception: 6:00 p.m.
Dinner and program: 7:00 p.m.

Individual tickets: $350

Why whisper?
Speak up!
Speak out!
Raise your voice for those who cannot.
Join in on Wednesday, March 4 at the 9th annual YWHISPER Fundraising Gala at the TELUS Convention Centre. Proceeds raised will support women and families at YW to thrive, while advocating for women’s safety, social and economic rights. YW Calgary is pleased to announce the guest speakers for the 9th annual YWHISPER Fundraising Gala are Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey.
In 2017, these New York Times journalists and best-selling authors broke the story of Harvey Weinstein’s decades of alleged sexual harassment and abuse towards women. Their book, “She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment Story That Helped Ignite a Movement,” includes a firsthand account of their investigation into the Weinstein case and how this was instrumental in the shaping of the #MeToo movement.
Join more than 900 Calgarians for an impactful, quick to sell-out fundraising event with colleagues, friends, and community leaders. Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal with wine, listen to awe-inspiring speakers, purchase raffle tickets and bid on unique live and silent auction items. Your support helps women and their families live free from violence, find safety, economic stability and build a brighter future. Join in on Wednesday, March 4 at the 9th annual YWHISPER Fundraising Gala at the TELUS Convention Centre. Proceeds raised will support women and families at YW to thrive, while advocating for women’s safety, social and economic rights.

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March 5, 2020

St. Mary's University 25th Annual President’s Dinner

Fairmont Palliser, 133 9th Avenue S.W.

Cocktails 6:00 p.m.
Dinner 7:00 p.m.

Tickets: $250

Since its inauguration, the President’s Dinner has engaged our community by bringing together over 3,000 current and future business leaders to support St. Mary's students and celebrate the spirit of philanthropy and the success of community partnerships.
In celebration of their 25th year, welcome Country Music Superstar Paul Brandt as special guest! This event will raise funds to directly benefit St. Mary’s students. Your generosity will enhance the student experience at St. Mary’s University and allow students who don’t have the means to afford post-secondary education an opportunity to achieve. A thriving University depends on the generosity of valued community members like you.

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March 5, 2020

Cowboys 4th Annual Wing Off

Cowboys Dance Hall, 421 12 Ave. S.E.

5:30 p.m-9:00 p.m.
Wings served until 8:00 p.m.

Tickets:
VIP Ticket: $55
Exclusive VIP entry at 5:30 p.m.. Mix & mingle with Celebrities until 6:00 p.m. Get to sample yummy wings before anyone else! All you can eat wings · Be the first to cast your vote for the best wings in Calgary. Commemorative Wing Off Bib. Two (2) drink tickets
Regular Tickets: $25
Every ticket includes: ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT wings, 1 drink ticket to wash it down and your say in choosing the tastiest wing flavour in YYC.

The 4th Annual Wing Off is back.
Come join KidSport Calgary March 5th at Cowboys Dance Hall for an evening filled with celebrities, all you can eat wings from Calgary’s best pubs and restaurants, a drink to wash it down, voting in the People’s Choice Awards, and hanging with Calgary’s finest all in support of KidSport Calgary! Who has the best wings in Calgary? You be the judge.
Help search for the BEST tasting wing flavours of 2020! Taste over 25 different flavours from Calgary's top Wing Pub's and Restaurants. Wings will be voted on & tallied to find the Top 20, Most Unique, Best Salt & Pepper, Best Hot Wings, Best Honey Garlic etc. Results will be posted on social media outlets.
Because it's the fourth year it will be bigger and BETTER ...get ready for an evening filled with celebrities, all you can eat wings from Calgary's best pubs and restaurants and a drink to wash it down! Have your say on Calgary's Best Wing Flavours, and hanging with Calgary’s finest all in support of KidsSport Calgary!
Participate in the Rubber chicken wall raffle, 50/50, Chicken Wing eating competition and much more to raise funds for KidSport Calgary & Area So ALL Kids Can Play!

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March 7, 2020

Hearts Out

Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre Street South

Schedule:
6:00 p.m.: Prosecco Reception with passed hors d’oeuvres. Entertainment by Magician Malcolm Russel
7:00 p.m.: Three-course gourmet dinner
Silent Auction & Entertainment by the Youth Singers of Calgary
10:00 p.m.: DJ Evan VanReekum

Tickets:
Primo Single: $200
Bravura Table for 8: The $1400 package includes:
- 8 tickets to the event
- Entertainment all night long

Creating a home, one song at a time. Expect some razzle, and lots of dazzle.
Hearts Out is the annual fundraising gala for Youth Singers of Calgary. The evening’s festivities include fabulous entertainment, auctions, plenty of food, a dance floor so you can break it down until bedtime, and of course drinks, for those who require a little liquid courage to properly shimmy and shake.
Funds raised through HEARTS OUT will go towards supporting youth in the arts, the Youth Singers of Calgary, the Performing Arts Youth Centre and YSC’s mission to create a permanent community hub for the arts through the Crescendo Capital Campaign. Youth Singers fosters the development of human potential and a lifelong interest in the performing arts through music: singing, dancing, and acting. Their vision is to “create a better community by giving young people opportunities to grow and express themselves through the performing arts.”
Tickets include a plated dinner and a full evening of hip swaying, finger tapping entertainment from the Youth Singers of Calgary and guest artists. The evening begins with a champagne reception and appetizers, followed by a gourmet three-course dinner and topped off with hand crafted, small-batch ice-cream provided by Village Ice Cream. Emcee Michael Bernard Fitzgerald will be your guide through the night and there will be live musical performances from a variety of Youth Singer divisions as well as Michael himself. Take part in the exciting auctions and games of chance and end the night boogying down on the dance floor. Michael is a singer and songwriter from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. A touring troubadour, most of his time is spent on stage playing clubs, theatres and festivals across North America. He is a dog man with a good plan and two hands.

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March 7, 2020

Bottlescrew Bill's 26th Annual Beerfest

Bottlescrew Bill's Old English Pub, 140 - 10 Avenue S.W.

2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Tickets are $30 in advance, $40 at the door.
Ticket includes entry and 20 sample tickets. Sample sizes are a maximum of 4 oz.
Extra sample tickets can be purchased for $1.50 each at the bar.

This annual fundraiser for the Mustard Seed Street Ministry involves tasting 80+ beers from over 30+ Breweries in a carnival atmosphere. Tons of prizes from different breweries will be available. Try your luck at games of skill and a chance for beer paraphenalia and other great prizes. Proceeds go to the Mustard Seed Street Ministry.

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March 7, 2020

LOOK2020

Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 St. S.W.

Doors at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets:
FOCUS: Reception $250
Two drink tickets, hors d’œuvres, live music, refreshments, theatre seats for LOOK2020’s feature entertainment, and the live art auction. Attendees of the FOCUS Reception also have access to the BLUR After Party.
FOCUS: Reception (Under 35) ($100)
Two drink tickets, hors d’oeuvres, live music, refreshments, theatre seats for LOOK2020’s feature entertainment, and the live art auction. Attendees of the FOCUS Reception also have access to the BLUR After Party.
BLUR: After PARTY ($20)
Complimentary coat check, cash bar, access to silent auction until 11:00 p.m., guest DJs and live bands, interact with LOOK2020 art installations curated by Contemporary Calgary.

LOOK is Contemporary Calgary’s major annual fundraiser, known for being one of the most influential and vibrant art galas in the country. Transforming the Centennial Planetarium into a whimsical and immersive intersection of art, fashion, music and media, LOOK2020 ignites the senses and opens eyes to the vision here in Calgary.
Kelly Streit, Founder, President and CEO of renowned talent agency, Mode Models International, is the gala Chair. He is joined by Co-Chairs Jade Davis and Jean Merriman and Honorary Chairs Adrian Burns, kd lang and Gail O’Brien.
On March 7, LOOK2020 will build on the success and prestige of past events, and reinforce that Contemporary Calgary is a key player in Calgary and Canada’s arts scene. As the primary fundraiser for the year, LOOK supports Contemporary Calgary's expansive programs and exhibitions that provide opportunities for the community to engage in contemporary art, be inspired and transformed.

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March 8, 2020

Red & White Spring Comic & Toy Show

Red & White Club, 1833 Crowchild Trail N.W.

10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Admission: $5
Kids Under 12: FREE

The Red & White Comic & Toy Show offers comics (golden / silver / bronze / modern), action figures, Transformers, Funko and much, much more! There will also be an artist alley and costume contest.

Costume Contest Times:
Ages 12 & under: Noon
Ages 13 & over: 2:00 p.m.

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