Wednesday, April 3 Augmented Reality Experience at The CORE

Through all of April Presented in partnership with INDE, a UK-based technology provider, the experience will blend Augmented Reality (AR) characters with real-life people, creating the illusion of real interactions on a large screen. Shoppers will appear on the screen next to the AR animals, creating uniquely memorable moments and photo/video opportunities. Shoppers of all ages will get up close and personal with characters such as polar bears, penguins, and a T-Rex by interacting with three different experiences including: Air, Land & Sea; Arctic Explorer; Back to the Jurassic.

Thursday, April 4 Heritage Matters: The How-To's of Heritage Conservation

Hear about heritage-friendly remodeling, renovation, and rehabilitation projects from architects, conservation specialists, and homeowners. From developing the concept to executing the details, learn DIY tips and tricks to help you preserve the character of your heritage home. Presentation will be followed with an opportunity for questions and answers. Refreshments provided. In partnership with the Calgary Heritage Authority.

First Thursday at Glenbow Museum

On the First Thursday of every month, Glenbow is open late and admission is free from 5-9pm thanks to support from Servus Credit Union.

April Member Talk at CalHort

Tall, mid-height or dwarf, or solid, scented or unscented, in pinks, peaches even blues, sweet peas offer a range of characteristics to delight in your garden. Known for being one of the first seeds to plant in the ground in the spring, did you know sweet peas can be successfully planted in containers?

Friday, April 5 FIRST Robotics Competition

Continues on Saturday The highest level of robotics competition offered by FIRST. High-school students team up with the world's best technology companies to build the most impressive robots you've ever seen. Built from scratch in only 6 weeks, these 5 foot tall, 140 pound robots compete in high intensity robo-sports. With bragging rights at stake for schools and the companies that support them, robotics takes on a pro-sports experience. Watch the best of the best in robotics come out to play. Local teams competing: 'Alberta Tech Alliance' and 'Swat Bots', sponsored by Alberta Tech Alliance Association. Spectators are welcome to come catch the live action 9:00am to 6:00pm Friday April 5th and Saturday April 6th.

Collection: RESET Society of Calgary Book Sale

Continues through most of April Volunteers needed to collect and sort books. If you want to get involved, email: [email protected]. They also welcome donations to support meals for the Volunteers or baking and snacks. Book sale is May 1 - May 5.

Saturday, April 6 Where in the World is Llisa Bastard

A popup landscape photo exhibition related to Llisa Bastard's annual print scavenger hunt.

"Three years ago I began a project called "Where in the World is Llisa Bastard" in which a small print would be hidden somewhere in a city park or on a hiking trail. If you've been following along with the project, you'll already know how it works. A piece of trivia about the area the print was hidden in is posted to social media. One part educational, one part geocache, the first person to correctly decipher the location based on the information provided, and explore the area thoroughly enough to locate the print is invited to keep the print as a prize. It's an incentive for people to learn more about the areas we recreate in, but more importantly, to go outside and explore it for themselves. Those who learn about and experience the natural world we live in, are more likely recognise the importance of protecting it."

Astrophysics on the Cutting Edge

We want to pay homage to the intrepid space traveler Yuri Gagarin as we approach the 58th anniversary of his historic journey into space. Discoveries in physics are occurring at an incredible pace. University of Calgary students will speak on the latest, fastest, smallest and most fascinating new research in physics.

The RASC Calgary Centre will present a What's Up in the Sky Tonight and if the skies are clear, the telescopes will be operating. The open house will feature access to an array of telescopes operated by University of Calgary astronomers and members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Calgary Centre. You will have the opportunity to look through the telescopes and astronomers will be on hand to answer questions. In the sky – A new moon will provide dark sky conditions to observe the spectacular Orion nebula in the southern sky.

Prairie Mountain Fiddlers

Back by popular demand! This will be a foot-stomping, toe-tapping afternoon full of good old-time fiddle music. The Prairie Mountain Fiddlers play for the people and for their love of music.

Calgary Trivia Night with AB Guide Dogs

Teams compete to be the 2019 Calgary trivia champs. There will be lots of door prizes, a silent auction, a simple cash bar and several of our puppies-in-training will be on hand for a cuddle or two!

Sunday, April 7 Ecstatic Dance at Esker Foundation

When was the last time you gave yourself permission to just dance without judgement, expectation, or wanting to look a certain way? Ecstatic Dance creates a setting for you to let go of your daily structured movement patterning, and let your body speak through dance. Accompanied by a wide variety of music and a carefully structured setlist, let yourself be swept away by the rhythms and melodies. Let your body take control, rather than the expectations of your mind. This is a safe space to explore how free-form dance and movement can open us to different layers within ourselves and each other. Come connect, dance, move, and play!

Tuesday, April 9 Colossal Calgary Playdate

Play builds the foundation for a lifetime of learning. Come prepared to play with your baby or toddler at the biggest and best playdate ever. Event repeats at multiple branches through April.

Outro music is Gameshow Brazz by John Bartmann. This recording is believed to be in the public domain.