The whole city comes alive for Calgary Winterfest! Check back here for a list of Calgary Winterfest Collaborative Events to discover the many wonderful happenings around town during the month of February 2008. Choose from cultural events, sports, films, tours and more. Bundle up and take in some of the exciting festivities going on in our city!

Collaborative Events

 

5th Brazilian Carnival in Calgary
Quincy's
609, 7th Avenue SW

Join us for a night of authentic Brazilian live music with a Samba Brasil Dance Group and Capoeira show.

Including a matinee for kids aged 4 to 6

February 16
Doors open at 7:30pm and the show is at 8pm
Matinee is $8 in advance and $10 at the door
Evening show is $20 in advance and $25 at the door

www.bcaab.org

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16th Annual $100 Film Festival
Hosted by the Calgary Society of Independent Film Makers
The Plaza Theatre
1133 Kensington Rd NW

This is an annual three day festival showcasing local, national, and international short films.

March 13-15 at 7pm
Doors open at 6:30
Individual tickets: $10-12
Passes: $25-30

www.csif.org/festival

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The Adventures of Pinocchio
Being put on by the Calgary Young People's Theatre
Vertigo Studio Theatre
115 - 9 Avenue SE

Come celebrate 15 years of theatre through the revival of this classic story.

February 14-18
Tickets: $10

www.cypt.ca

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AGC Co-Production with Land's End Chamber Ensemble
Art Gallery of Calgary
117 - 8th Avenue SW

Contemplate the connections between the fine arts of music and contemporary art at this evening to remember.

February 28th at 8pm
Tickets: $50

www.artgallerycalgary.org

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The Best of the Beach Boys
Hosted by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra
EPCOR Centre's Jack Singer Concert Hall
209 - 8th Avenue SE

Good vibrations will be everywhere as the CPO and Jeans 'n Classics combine for an evening of Beach Boys favourites.

Friday February 22 at 8pm
Tickets are $33-80

www.cpo-live.com

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Bounce, Swing and Roll
Open Gym Time
Stampede City Gymnastics Club
#122, 2323 - 32 Ave NE

Come bounce around with us and check out our newly rennovated facilities. Certified coaches will be on hand to monitor participants of all ages and there will be on-site demonstrations.

Monday, February 18 from 10:30am to 3:30pm

www.stampedecitygym.com

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Calgary Saxophone Quartet Plays the AGC
Art Gallery of Calgary
117 - 8th Avenue SW

Sit and enjoy the concert or appreciate the music as a lively backdrop to your gallery-going experience.

February 7th at 8pm

www.artgallerycalgary.org

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Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers Classic Film Screening
CSIF Sofa Cinema
Building J2, 2711 Battleford Ave SW

Currie Barracks Free monthly Classic Film Screening which is drawn from an extensive library. The movie is a secret unitl you sit down. What we can tell you is that this month's theme is "Tainted Love."

Tuesday, February 12 at 7pm
Doors open at 6:30

www.csif.org

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Cyber Seniors
Memorial Park Library
1221 2nd Street SW

Join us for a four-week session of classes that teach computer basics in a relaxed, self-paced style.

Ages 50+
Thursdays, February 21 - March 13 from 10am to Noon
Register in person, online or by phone 221-2006

www.calgarypubliclibrary.com

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Enchanted April
Hosted by Theatre Calgary
Max Bell Theatre in the EPCOR Centre
240 - 9 Avenue SE

When four disgruntled women pool their funds to rent a castle in Italy they leave
the grey drizzle of London behind. Italian sunshine and red wine soon warm their
hearts for romance and new possibilities.

Februrary 1-March 2
7:30pm Tues to Thurs & Sun
8:00pm Fri & Sat
2:00 pm matinees Sat & Sun
Tickets: $28-75.50

www.theatrecalgary.com

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EXPOSURE - Festival of Photography
Art Central
100, 7th Avenue SW

Six photography exhibitions in conjunction with EXPOSURE Festival of Photography.

February 7 - 28

www.artcentral.ca

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Family Fun Weekend #1
Dream Art Textural Collage
Glenbow Museum; Morris Shumiatcher Activity Room

Drop in to explore, create and discover. Activities are suitable for children ages four and up. Create 3-D textured collage of the places and feelings you have only experienced in your dreams.

February 9 & 10 from 1 - 4 pm

www.glenbow.org

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Family Fun Weekend #2
Blackfoot Bracelets
Glenbow Museum; Morris Shumiatcher Activity Room

Explore Blackfoot customs and art and gain a greater understanding of the beauty and meaning behind geometric designs. Finish off by making your own unique bracelet.

February 16 & 17 from 1 - 4pm

www.glenbow.org

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Family Fun Weekend #3
Landscape Textural Expressions
Glenbow Museum; Morris Shumiatcher Activity Room

Incorporating encaustics, paints, and a mix of textural art materials, paint an expressive interpretation of Alberta's landscape. The materials will inspire you to develop a new understanding of different tools and their uses.

February 23 & 24 from 1 - 4pm

www.glenbow.org

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Great Reads: Staff Favourites
Memorial Park Library
1221 - 2nd Street SW

Hear about some of the best picks from our shelves.

February 23 from 11am - Noon
Register in person, online or by phone 221-2006

www.calgarypubliclibrary.com

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In the Heat of the Night
The Calgary Zoo

This romantic evening includes a delicious candlelit dinner in the ambient tropical
gardens of the Conservatory.

Follow dinner with a naughty talk about the mind boggling world of critter romance!
Adults Only!

February 12, 13 & 14 from 6pm - 10:30
Tickets: $75-80

www.calgaryzoo.org

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Leopards and Tigers and Bears, Oh my!
Calgary Zoo

Join biologist John Paczkowski on a trip to the Russian far east to explore the biology of large carnivores in the region. Learn about Amur Leopards and the largest remaining population of tigers that are both under threat of poaching and habitat loss. Then head to the Kamchatka peninsula to see some of the biggest brown bears in Eurasia.

February 28 from 7-9pm
Tickets $18/person

www.calgaryzoo.com

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The Listener (Children's Discovery)
Hosted by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra
EPCOR Centre's Jack Singer Concert Hall
209 - 8th Avenue SE

The conductor has planned to present a concert exploring the many art forms in which the orchestra is involved, but his efforts are complicated by the unexpected participation of two overtly enthusiastic spectators. These zany characters bring "the art of listening" to life.

Saturday, February 2
Petting Zoo starts at 1pm
Concert begins at 2pm
Tickets: $17-25

www.cpo-live.com

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"Mr. Chill" of Big Sugar and Greg Cox
EPCOR Centre's Engineered Air Theatre

Kelly Hoppe has gone back to his country and bluegrass roots. He'll hit the stage
with the guitarist Greg Cox and is sure to impart insight with his raw, clever and
foot stompin' performance.

February 29 at 8pm
Tickets: $25

www.epcorcentre.org

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Nature at Noon - Hiking the Grand Canyon
Calgary Zoo

The Grand Canyon in Arizona is truly one of Earth's most awe-inspiring natural features. Join the Lund brothers as they recount their 4-day exploration on foot of the Grand Canyon and its many surprises.

February 28 from noon - 12:45pm
Tickets: $6/person

www.calgaryzoo.com

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Storytime at the Zoo
Calgary Zoo

Listen to all you favourite zoo/animal stories in the Conservatory's Palm Garden Terrace. Zoo education volunteers will read wonderful animal stories from a selection of children's books and show neat things for the kids to look at and touch. These stories are suitable for children aged 3 - 5 years old.

Thursday's January 17 thru April 24 from 11 - 11:30am
A donation of $2/child will be dedicated to the Zoo's education programs

www.calgaryzoo.com

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Urban Dance Project at the AGC
Art Gallery of Calgary
117 - 8th Avenue SW

Join us for informal performances of contemporary dance in the Galleries.

February 7 from 12:15pm - 12:45

www.artgallerycalgary.org

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Valentine Paper Making for Kids
Calgary Zoo

Can't find valentines that stand out from the rest? Looking for something with a personal touch? Make a set of 12 valentines with recycled paper and nature's pot-pourri. All supplies included; children must be in grades 1-6

February 5 from 7 - 9pm
Tickets: $25/person

www.calgaryzoo.com

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Valentine's Chocolate Making
Calgary Zoo

Are you looking for something different and personal to give your special someone for Valentine's this year? Create homemade scrumptious chocolates with adorable packaging made with love. All supplies included and children over 10 welcome when accompanied by an adult.

February 10 from 9am to 12pm
Tickets: $30/person

www.calgaryzoo.com

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Valentine's with Gorillas
Calgary Zoo Make

Valentine's Day enrichment "presents" for these fascinating apes. In an interpretive program you will also learn how we enrich our gorillas on a daily basis and learn about their behaviour, social structure and how to identify each of our gorillas. Then, watch them enjoy the fruits of your labour as they savour the tasty treats you made.

February 3 from 1 - 4pm
Tickets: $35/adult and $17/child

www.calgaryzoo.com

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Wee Wigglers
Calgary Zoo

Bring your 18 month - 5 year old child for a special visit with some of the coolest animals at the Zoo. Children will get up close and personal with small handleable animals and animal artifacts in a private classroom setting. Everyone can approach and explore at their own pace no matter their age or knowledge level. Up to two children per adult is permitted.

Birds: February 2 & 6
Insects: February 9 & 20
Mammals: February 23 & 27
Times: 9:15 - 9:45am OR 10 - 10:30am OR 10:45 - 11:15am

Tickets: $12/person + gate admission

www.calgaryzoo.com

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