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Ep 51: The Haps for Apr 17 to 23
This episode brought to you by Sadie! Wednesday, April 17 Calgary International Auto & Truck Show
It's an auto and truck show. $12.50
Thursday, April 18 Motherfuckers Album ReleaseThe Motherf*ckers Punk East vs Punk West split LP Release Party featuring the return of Crystal Mess! Edmonton street punk sensation Reifer Madness Local punk rockers CHEAP BEER and Calgary's latest punk rock super group No Brainer! $12
Three Generations of Experimental Poetry Featuring Bill Bissett, Derek Beaulieu, and Kevin StebnerAn exceptional event with three acclaimed experimental poets representing three generations of artistic achievement.
420 Music and Arts FestivalThrough Saturday the 420th Lots of weed and music at the TnC but, most importantly, also a pinball tournament at PinBar where you can watch (and smell) Tony break Lent on Saturday afternoon.
Friday, April 19 Scorpio's Inconceivable Live Read and Season Launch"On April 19th, at the Toolshed Brewery, Scorpio Theatre proudly presents a night of fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles… and your first glimpse at our epic upcoming 20th season.For this year's epic fundraiser, we're presenting a live, interactive reading of a classic film about princesses, brides, and the overlap between them at the Tool Shed Brewery, and YOU could be part of the show! We're raffling off key parts – from an Impressive Clergyman or a man named Max who's good with Miracles – to the titular princess and her true love. Be part of the fun! Or take revenge on one of the actors by ousting them from their role – no one is safe when fighting a land war in Asia."
Saturday, 4/20 Casually Dope: Reactor Improv FestivalCasually Dope (Baltimore) is a unique troupe representing the underrepresented in improv. With their mix of high-energy, hip hop-inspired improv, they create characters you'll never forget, and leave you as satisfied as your mama's sweet potato pie. These powerful performers are committed to intersectional improv and use the stories of their community to make you laugh and create a show like no other. Casually Dope has appeared at the Black and Funny Festival (Minneapolis) and Combustion Festival (Toronto). $16
Heavy Metal at Vern'sDead Asylum, plus Hammerdrone, Burning Effigy, Blackest Sin, and Brain Stem.
Taste of JamaicaA showcase of Jamaica and Jamaican culture. Music, arts, dance, language and food from the beautiful island of Jamaica presented to the Canadian audience.
Vaisakhi MelaSaturday and Sunday The 8th Annual Sikh and Hindu harvest festival. This will be an open celebration and all are welcome. The organizers' mission is to encourage all recognized Multicultural associations representing their country to participate in the event through songs, dances or any other performances or activities.
Monday, April 22 Calgary Underground Film FestivalThrough Sunday April 28 Calgary Underground Film Festival is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to programming films that defy convention. Through the screening of contemporary works in various categories that include: feature, documentary, animation and shorts - CUFF brings Calgarians a unique roster of films rarely seen in North American theatres. $150 full pass, $40 5-film pack, individual tix.
Tuesday, April 15 Protospace Weekly Meet and GeekRepeats every Tuesday until the end of time Protospace is Calgary's original, community-based, member-driven maker space, offering access to work shop space, education, community, and shared tools for your projects. Meet and Geek is their weekly open house where the public can check out the space, meet the members and perhaps burn something with a laser.
AMHA FloorballHappening Tuesdays and Thursdays until June 13 "After a great turn-out and excellent feedback from our 2018 trial weekend, AMHA will be running a Spring FLOORBALL League - open to everyone, not just members! If you could share this amongst your members/communities that would be much appreciated! Floorball will run in a game only style Tuesdays and Thursdays at GENESIS PLACE from 5:00-9: 00 PM, April 23rd to June 13th, 2019. Did you know that NHL stars such as Henrik and Daniel Sedin grew up playing Floorball, the European version of floor hockey? We've got some information and videos on the website: https://www.airdriehockey.com/whatisfloorball"
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By John SmileyThis episode brought to you by Sadie! Wednesday, April 17 Calgary International Auto & Truck Show
It's an auto and truck show. $12.50
Thursday, April 18 Motherfuckers Album ReleaseThe Motherf*ckers Punk East vs Punk West split LP Release Party featuring the return of Crystal Mess! Edmonton street punk sensation Reifer Madness Local punk rockers CHEAP BEER and Calgary's latest punk rock super group No Brainer! $12
Three Generations of Experimental Poetry Featuring Bill Bissett, Derek Beaulieu, and Kevin StebnerAn exceptional event with three acclaimed experimental poets representing three generations of artistic achievement.
420 Music and Arts FestivalThrough Saturday the 420th Lots of weed and music at the TnC but, most importantly, also a pinball tournament at PinBar where you can watch (and smell) Tony break Lent on Saturday afternoon.
Friday, April 19 Scorpio's Inconceivable Live Read and Season Launch"On April 19th, at the Toolshed Brewery, Scorpio Theatre proudly presents a night of fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles… and your first glimpse at our epic upcoming 20th season.For this year's epic fundraiser, we're presenting a live, interactive reading of a classic film about princesses, brides, and the overlap between them at the Tool Shed Brewery, and YOU could be part of the show! We're raffling off key parts – from an Impressive Clergyman or a man named Max who's good with Miracles – to the titular princess and her true love. Be part of the fun! Or take revenge on one of the actors by ousting them from their role – no one is safe when fighting a land war in Asia."
Saturday, 4/20 Casually Dope: Reactor Improv FestivalCasually Dope (Baltimore) is a unique troupe representing the underrepresented in improv. With their mix of high-energy, hip hop-inspired improv, they create characters you'll never forget, and leave you as satisfied as your mama's sweet potato pie. These powerful performers are committed to intersectional improv and use the stories of their community to make you laugh and create a show like no other. Casually Dope has appeared at the Black and Funny Festival (Minneapolis) and Combustion Festival (Toronto). $16
Heavy Metal at Vern'sDead Asylum, plus Hammerdrone, Burning Effigy, Blackest Sin, and Brain Stem.
Taste of JamaicaA showcase of Jamaica and Jamaican culture. Music, arts, dance, language and food from the beautiful island of Jamaica presented to the Canadian audience.
Vaisakhi MelaSaturday and Sunday The 8th Annual Sikh and Hindu harvest festival. This will be an open celebration and all are welcome. The organizers' mission is to encourage all recognized Multicultural associations representing their country to participate in the event through songs, dances or any other performances or activities.
Monday, April 22 Calgary Underground Film FestivalThrough Sunday April 28 Calgary Underground Film Festival is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to programming films that defy convention. Through the screening of contemporary works in various categories that include: feature, documentary, animation and shorts - CUFF brings Calgarians a unique roster of films rarely seen in North American theatres. $150 full pass, $40 5-film pack, individual tix.
Tuesday, April 15 Protospace Weekly Meet and GeekRepeats every Tuesday until the end of time Protospace is Calgary's original, community-based, member-driven maker space, offering access to work shop space, education, community, and shared tools for your projects. Meet and Geek is their weekly open house where the public can check out the space, meet the members and perhaps burn something with a laser.
AMHA FloorballHappening Tuesdays and Thursdays until June 13 "After a great turn-out and excellent feedback from our 2018 trial weekend, AMHA will be running a Spring FLOORBALL League - open to everyone, not just members! If you could share this amongst your members/communities that would be much appreciated! Floorball will run in a game only style Tuesdays and Thursdays at GENESIS PLACE from 5:00-9: 00 PM, April 23rd to June 13th, 2019. Did you know that NHL stars such as Henrik and Daniel Sedin grew up playing Floorball, the European version of floor hockey? We've got some information and videos on the website: https://www.airdriehockey.com/whatisfloorball"