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Listings to get the most out of the city: where to dine, what to see, where to shop, and more.
Burger at Model Milk. Image courtesy Blair Hill.
Fresh-ground and cooked to your personal preference, the beefy burger at Model Milk is a thick fistful of meat. Topped with morels and cheese curds, it can be a challenge to keep this juicy burger from dripping on your shirt. But it’s worth the cleaning bill. 308 – 17 Ave SW, 403-265-7343. —John Gilchrist
Carl White’s Greek gods and classical landscapes probe the relationships between ancient culture and contemporary life. White’s work can be found at Jarvis Hall Fine Art (617 – 11 Ave SW) in The Design District and will be featured in the full exhibition Pentimento at The Art Gallery of Calgary (117 – 8 Ave SW) Apr 20 – Aug 25.—David McCracken
Carl White, Caylx II, 2012 Oil on Arches Watercolour Paper, 40" x 65"
For two decades Wallace Galleries has displayed paintings, sculpture and ceramics by renowned art world veterans as well as up and coming Canadian artists. The gallery’s high floor-to-ceiling front windows flood it with natural light, which is apropos for the outdoor theme of A Bush With Alberta, a collection of work by realist painter Bill Webb. This exhibition of the artist’s Alberta landscapes is on display Mar 17 – 18. A group show featuring new work by Wallace Galleries regulars such as Alain Attar, Kristine Paton and Herbert Siebner will be on display Apr 1 – 25. The exhibition will include a variety of painting styles as well as bronze works. 500 – 5 Ave SW.
W.H. Webb, "The Livingstone", acrylic on canvas, 30" x 72". Courtesy Wallace Galleries
Courtesy Alisha Brown-Wint
Artisan Alicia Browne-Wint and Harlen Dziuba’s little Fashion Central store Bibelot is a treasure trove of jewellery and accessories.
The romantic pieces are festooned with carefully crafted gemstones. Browne’s collection includes simple pearl necklaces, $175, as well as earrings set with uncut diamonds, $375, and iridescent blue labradorite, $45–$85. Complimenting the pretty rocks is a selection of cashmere scarves and English sweaters. 805 – 1 St SW. —Allison Onyett
Image courtesy The Naked Leaf
The Naked Leaf owner Jonathan Kane has filled his shop with a huge assortment of teas and tea paraphernalia like mugs and pots as well as tea-infused chocolates and skin products. We like the store’s limited-edition individual tea labels designed by local artists that are affixed to the shop’s 100-gram tea tins. The store can also customize these labels with photos and artwork as wedding mementos, corporate gifts and the like. 305 – 10 St NW. —Allison Onyett
Theater Calgary is mounting the first locally produced performance of Cats. The hit Broadway musical based on T.S Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats brings some of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s most memorable feline stage tunes. The Max Bell Theater at the Epcor Center, for tickets call 403-294-9494.
Cats will be playing from April 10 - May 13 at the Epcor Center for the Performing Arts. Image courtesy of Theater Calgary
The Easter Bunny is ready to shower Calgary with treats as venues throughout the city host exciting Easter-themed activities. Here are some ways to spend your Easter.
Courtesy photos.com
Calgary’s historic village, Heritage Park, is hosting an Easter brunch on April 8. The fun, family event will be held at the elegant Wainwright Hotel. Following brunch, there will be an Easter scavenger hunt and traditional Easter egg decorating in the upper hotel. Tickets: $27.95 adults, $14.95 children 11 and under, call 403-268-8500. 1900 Heritage Dr SW
Butterfield Acres, just northwest of Calgary, will host its Great Legendary East Egg Hunt on March 25. The legendary tale of the Easter Bunny will be told with a special Easter hunt and plenty of tasty treats to follow. Admission: $13.99 adults, $10.99 children. 254077 Rocky Ridge Rd (more…)
Calgary's own Old Trout Puppet Workshop, courtesy Calgary 2012.
The federal government has designated Calgary a Cultural Capital of Canada for 2012. During the year, Calgary 2012, an independent nonprofit organization, will fund arts community initiatives ranging from dance and music to theatre, gallery exhibits and literary readings as well as artist in residence positions. This extensive list of programs and events is intended to honour the city’s past, present and future while boosting its cultural identity.
Full programming details are available at www.calgary2012.com. The Calgary 2012 opening ceremony happens Apr. 7 at the Jack Singer Concert Hall (201 8 Ave. SE). Call 403-294-9494 for tickets.
Calgary’s parks emerge from winter.
As Calgary’s diverse parks emerge from winter, these green spaces offer numerous recreational, learning and volunteer activities. The following events and attractions will get you out from underneath those winter blues and into Calgary’s famous sunshine. (more…)
This Easter check out out John Gilchrist’s list of must-try chocolate shops around the city for an extra decadent treat…
One of Epiphanie's many hand-crafted Easter goodies
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