Edmonton Events

Diana Thorneycroft is a Winnipeg artist who has exhibited all across Canada, the United States and Europe as well as in Moscow, Tokyo and Sydney. ‘O Canada (I’m sorry)’ is an exhibition with selections from two bodies of Thorneycroft’s work: ‘Group of Seven Awkward Moments’ and ‘A Peoples History’. The work in this exhibition investigates the relationship between the Canadian landscape and national identity and explores examples of Canadian society that exemplify the word "awkward". In the words of Thorneycroft, "Canadian history is full of awkward moments and that is more of a reality than this heroic landscape that the Group of Seven portrayed”.

Somewhere in the city of Edmonton, I’ve hidden a piece of litter that has a cash prize to the good Samaritan who finds it. I’m leaving some variables in the prize so that there’s no way for it to be duplicated. * amount of money is represented by monopoly game money. It’s an unknown amount...

New to Edmonton! ASSIST Newcomers ‘ Orientation provides information of many important settlement related services and community resources that will help you to settle here! Topics include: Introduction of immigrants serving organizations in Edmonton Important documents and application Education system and health care system in Alberta Finance and taxation English classes Housing Social benefits and...

Opening Saturday April 8, 2017 is Andrea Kastner’s latest exhibition “Shadow Cities.” Kastner’s work focuses on the overlooked corners of urban spaces and the sacred nature of rejected things.

Kids 'n' Us is an informal full day conference intended to provide practical information and support for children, teenagers, parents, and caregivers living and working with type 1 diabetes (formerly known as juvenile diabetes). This conference is where everyone understands your lifestyle and concerns. It is an opportunity to update your knowledge about T1 diabetes, learn new coping techniques, and network with other families living with the condition.

Memorial Hall will be filled with lots of bargains including linens, housewares, small appliances, home décor, artwork, gardening items, electronics, toys, sports equipment, hardware, games, craft supplies, books, jewelry, records, CDs and DVDs, clothes and footwear. Plus – grab a snack or some lunch at the concession! All the leftovers go on to other charities - a no-waste event!

Join Orchesis Dance Society April 29th for a variety of sample classes- ballet, jazz, modern, Dowd Conditioning, hip opening yoga, and a cultural offering from Riya Mittal. Also a seminar on injury prevention and treatment from a physical therapy perspective. Cost ranges from $10 per class to $60 for the day, discount for high school students. We are proudly supporting the U of A Campus Food Bank by asking for non-perishable food donations. Please contact orchesisdancesociety@gmail.com for more info!

Come and meet and have fun with these exotic birds. A fun time for the whole family

We have a huge selection of gently used/like new items in housewares, linens/materials, small appliances, electronics, toys/games/puzzles, books/CDs, tools, automotive, sports, baskets, pictures/lamps, clothing for all ages and much, much more. Visit our collectibles/antiques corner and jewelry/special items boutique. Stay for a scrumptious lunch of jumbo hot dogs, a variety of homemade cookies and coffee,...

In this free event, Michael Wiens, author of "Jewel of the North", will answer questions on how to attract hummingbirds to your yard in this free drop-in event. Michael will give you advice on the best flowers to plant, decorations to put up, and practices to follow that will attract hummingbirds and encourage them to stay this summer, and hopefully return again next year. Extra parking at West Central Dental next door. This event is offered over two Saturdays: Apr.29 and May6 from 1-3pm

Looking for independent or assisted living? Touchmark at Wedgewood is hosting an open house for The Grande, which offers a range of suite options. Meet the team, take tours, and enjoy refreshments.

Sip and sample for a good cause at this wine, beer & spirit tasting fundraiser, hosted by the Friends of Strathcona County Library. While you enjoy the drinks and appetizers from Famoso Pizza & Wow Factor Desserts, we’ll also present a spring fashion show featuring the latest looks from Bella Maas, Key Lime, Style Lounge and Trendz Optical. Books, Bites & Bubbly will run from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm at the Spark Centre, located at 116 Broadmoor Place (2257 Premier Way). Tickets are $35 each and include tastings and appetizers. For more information email lludwig@sclibrary.ca or call Louise at 780.410.8612.

The Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts (ACUA) is proud to present Five Waves of Inspiration at the Art Gallery of Alberta (2 Sir Winston Churchill Square) May 3 – 28, 2017. This special community exhibition celebrates 125 years of Ukrainian immigration to Canada and the influence the five distinct waves of immigration have had on the arts community in Alberta. Opening reception Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 6:30pm. The richness of Ukrainian-Canadian visual art is being represented by pieces from the collections of the Ukrainian Canadian Archives and Museum of Alberta, Ukrainian Museum of Canada – Alberta Branch, Bohdan Medwidsky Ukrainian Folklore Archives, Basilian Fathers Museum, Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League of Canada Museum, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, Shevchenko Foundation, and Ukrainian Shumka Dancers.

Admin professionals, you’re invited to our annual professional development workshop, “Administrative Profession – Past, Present and Future”. Dress in office attire. Tickets $165. Register by Apr 28. http://www.aaa.ca/uploads/2017/03/Edmonton-2017-Professional-Development-Workshop-Brochure.pdf

Edmonton Rug Hooking Guild will hold their annual Tea & Rug Show on Thursday May 2nd at Pleasantview Hall (10860 – 57 Avenue) from 11 to 2 pm. $5 admission includes rug show, light lunch, door prizes & silent auction. More info at edmontonrughookingguild.com

Sale of clothing of all sizes, housewares, books, videos, sporting equipment, shoes, purses, bay items and much more May 5th from 9am to 5pm and May 6th from 9am to 3pm.

Do you love to play pinball? Are you a collector or just want to relive your younger days with some of the classic arcade games from your childhood, or introduce your family to the world of pinball and classic arcade games? Maybe you’re looking to buy a pin or arcade game for your home or office? How about testing your competitive side in one of our tournements? (With some amazing prizes!) Or maybe you're looking for a fun time out with friends where you can play some games and enjoy the beer gardens? If yes is the answer to any of these question then come join us at YEGPIN 2017!!!! www.yegpin.com

“Heroes for Life” is the theme of this year’s Annual Gala put on by the Canadian Transplant Association, (Alberta Division.) This is a fundraising event, recognizing donors and donor families as being superheroes. The event celebrates life and hope by bringing together community leaders, business entrepreneurs and health professionals. The 2017 event will be held at the Chateau Nova Hotel on Friday May 5th, featuring the one and only Danny Hooper.

The Devon Pottery Guild is pleased to announce our annual spring sale! Guests will have the opportunity to enter to win a door prize and explore the unique pottery created by the guilds members.

EDMONTON HOSTS HUGE OPEN MARTIAL ARTS TOURNAMENT May 6 & 7, 2017 at Edmonton Expo Centre Hall D, 7515-118 Avenue, Edmonton, AB Please join The Taekwon-Do Development Council of Alberta as they host the Dragon Challenge Open Martial Arts Competition. See the best competitors from across Canada, including students who have represented Canada at various international competitions! This is our 2nd annual Dragon Challenge tournament and is a unique event, as the Taekwon-Do tournaments in Canada are generally smaller and hosted by a single club. Our intent is for this tournament to develop into an annual world class event, and attract competitors and supporters from across Canada and the world. This will allow and encourage the many small clubs in Alberta, Canada and North America to participate in an inclusive event that is based on unity of sport and competition. We are pleased to welcome approximately 410 competitors from across Canada! Where: Edmonton Expo Centre Hall D, 7515-118 Avenue, Edmonton, AB When: Saturday, May 6th, 8:30 am-5:00 pm & Sunday, May 7th, 8:30 am-1:00 pm Opening Ceremonies will be held at 8:30 am on Saturday May 6th. Saturday, May 6, 2017: 8:30 a.m. Opening Ceremonies: Join the celebration and see amazing Taekwon-Do demonstrations during our Opening Ceremony: - Bow In, Student Oath & National Anthem - Demo Team (Board Breaking, Self-Defense Skits & more) 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Join the celebration as we welcome our future champions: - Little Dragons/pre-school - Colour Belt Competition: Patterns & Sparring 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Witness the skill and precision of the Black Belts during the Black Belt Competition: - All Black Belt Patterns, Pee Wee Black Belt Sparring & Board Breaking Sunday, May 7, 2017: 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.The Black Belt Competition continues with the following exciting events: - Black Belt Team Patterns - Black Belt Sparring Competition - Black Belt Individual Board Breaking - Black Belt Team Sparring & Board Breaking Admission is free. Join the celebration as Edmonton welcomes its current and future champions. For more information or to confirm your attendance please contact Ms. Erin Schwanke via email at e.schwanke@tienlung.com or by phone at 780-504-8602 or the Tien Lung Dojang at 780-669-6666. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to speaking with you soon.

NEW ARRIVALS! BEAD Market Edmonton. May 6, 2017, 11 to 5. Ramada Edmonton South, 5359 Calgary Trail, T6H 4J9. TreasureStone Beads Edmonton. 780.486.7543

Create & Innovate Edmonton will be showcasing the handmade vendors of all categories. This event will have handmade and direct sales innovators. This event will also be family friendly with a huge children's area, onsite concession, changing area and enough room for strollers while you shop. Sponsors!! Sweet Convenience-www.facebook.com/Sweetconvenienceedmonton Poppy the Troll Photos by Riehl Photography Confirmed Handmade Vendors: A Pet's Pantry Arabesque Body Creations & Design Inc. Alebsi Unique Beadifulthings CML Artistry Cutsie Pa Tutus Boe Baby Boutique DAK's Natural Soaps Hey Lo Headbands Kamis Kreations KitchChick Carpentry Dad Knit-knacks by Julia Make Room For Baby Memories of Yesterdays Nice novelties Little Boutique Love at First Sight Photography Our Gifted Pepi's Ponchos JR-Knit TV Creations Twinkle Toes Tutu's & More/Pearl Girls Uncle Charlie's Honey Inc. Whiskey in a teacup Now booking vendors for May 6th 2017. Direct sales Vendors: Fifth Avenue Younique Monat Global Jamberry Usborne Young Living Essential Oils LipSense DYNAMAXX Peekaboo Beans Walkn On Water Norwex ACTILAB Sunset Gourmet iGalen This event is brought to you by LB Events

The 33rd season of the Callingwood Farmers’ Market opens on Sunday, May 7, 2017, 10am to 3pm. We are Edmonton’s original and largest Sunday farmers’ market. Our Sunday farmers’ markets feature over 100 tables with vendors offering the finest of locally grown fresh food, top quality plants, unique arts and crafts, exclusive hand made products and much more! Our Wednesday farmers’ markets run 12-5pm and offer a more intimate shopping atmosphere with 35 vendors. On opening day (May 7) we’ll be featuring the following: – Over 100 vendors – Live musical entertainment – Petting zoo (no charge) – Bouncy castle (no charge) – Face painting (nominal fee) – Balloon twisting (by donation) – Henna tattoos (nominal fee) – Sparkle tattoos (nominal fee) The Callingwood Farmers’ Market is an Edmonton farmers’ market located at The Marketplace at Callingwood in the covered courtyard area and part of the parking lot near Safeway. Bring the whole family and meet the amazing local farmers, artisans and entrepreneurs. It feels great to shop local – come see why the Callingwood Farmers’ Market is one of the best in Edmonton!

Register (free), collect pledges, SAVE A LIFE! – Join the Breast Cancer Society of Canada and cleo at Emily Murphy Park on Sunday May 7, 2017, at 12 p.m. for the annual Mother’s Day Walk. Raise funds for grandmothers, mothers, sisters, aunts and other loved ones affected by breast cancer at the family-friendly, 5K fundraiser walk/run. The Breast Cancer Society of Canada is proud to host this exciting, pink-powered event supporting breast cancer research in Canada. With the support and partnership of cleo, the annual walk has blossomed into a national event raising in excess of $1.5 million. Visit www.MothersDayWalk.ca to register online or call 1-800-567-8767 to register by phone. Collect pledges for lifesaving breast cancer research on your online individual fundraising page or by pledge sheet. Check out the great incentives for participants who meet tiered fundraising goals. Funding Life-Saving Breast Cancer Research Since 1991!