Calgary

We hope you will join us on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 10 am to 4 pm to experience a one-of-a-kind shopping experience at the Wildflower Arts Centre (3363 Spruce Dr SW) in Calgary.

Our artists are busy getting ready for the holiday season creating art of all kinds. At the Salon you will find paintings, fibre art, hand pulled prints, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, drawing, glass work and more!

What makes the Salon different from other sales? 

At the Wildflower Art Salon & Sale you will be immersed with art in every direction. Our artists work is mixed together throughout the space versus individual artist tables. This set-up catches your eye in different ways and allows your brain to slow down and look more specifically at each piece. We cannot wait to have you over to see what we are working on. 

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The Residency and Grant Opportunities for Artists is on Wednesday, October 15th from 6-7:30pm. This program aims to connect with artists and creators who are interested in learning about the Calgary Public Library's Indigenous and Newcomer residencies and Indigenous Placemaking programs. Participants will hear about previous residencies and Placemaking experiences, upcoming opportunities in the arts community from the Alberta Foundation for the Arts and Calgary Arts Development, and tips will be shared on how to create a great application. There will be a Q&A session at the end.

Register here: https://www.calgarylibrary.ca/events-and-programs/programs/residency-and-grant-opportunities-for-artists

Be a Part of Entwined!

Contemporary Calgary is seeking enthusiastic exhibition volunteers to support our upcoming group exhibition, Entwined.

Entwined brings together Canadian artists from Alberta, the Prairies, and beyond to explore our relationship with the land and all living beings. Working across various materials and media, the artists featured in this exhibition reflect on urgent ecological issues and the interconnectedness of all species. Drawing from traditional knowledge, mythology, science, and imagination, the exhibition calls for a shift away from human-centered thinking toward a deeper sense of kinship, responsibility, and care for the natural world.

What will your role involve?

As an Exhibition Volunteer, you will play a key role in enhancing the visitor experience. You will assist visitors by engaging them in conversations about the artworks, helping them connect with the exhibition, and answering general questions. Your responsibilities will also include offering friendly guidance—such as clarifying which works are interactive and which are for viewing only—ensuring a welcoming atmosphere, and providing support as needed throughout the space.

What are the requirements? 

We ask for volunteers to commit to at least one shift per week from December through March. Shifts are available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 12-7 PM, and Sundays from 12-5 PM.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please submit your interest here by Sunday, November 16, 2025.

If you have any questions about this volunteer position, please reach out to Beth Kane Manager, Visitor Experience at beth@contemporarycalgary.com and Sabine Levesque at sabine@contemporarycalgary.com 

Contemporary Calgary is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful volunteer community and encourages applications from all individuals.

They Are… The Black Gods.

Film, object theatre, and poetry intertwine in a contemporary ritual that awakens memories, reveals identities, and honours Afro-Cuban resilience.

Five centuries ago, these voices crossed the seas, and today they continue to remind us that hope is a duty.

This is not just theatre… it is a tribute to our roots, our strength, and the magic that binds us to our ancestors.

When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 4 pm
Where: SpanicArts - 131 6 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0P5

Register and be part of this unique experience.    

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Get ready for Emí Laará — an exhilarating cinematic journey that blends captivating storytelling with stunning visuals and immersive sound.

Join the mischievous Lucumí gods as they lead you through adventures brimming with magic, wit, and laughter across the enchanted landscapes of Cuba, where Santería — a vibrant fusion of Yoruba spirituality and Catholic beliefs — comes to life.

Bold, vibrant, and unforgettable, this project celebrates a rich and extraordinary culture, echoing the timeless words of Kwame Nkrumah:

“I am not African because I was born in Africa, but because Africa was born in me.”

When: Friday, October 24, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Where: SpanicArts
131 6 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0P5

Register and be part of this unique experience. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/emi-laara-pequenas-historias-para-sonar-tickets-1772690618359?aff=oddtdtcreator

Discover a universe of stories for “big kids. For those who dream, imagine, and transform the world around them.

Film, puppetry, and much more to reflect on society, celebrate diversity, and question the world we live in.

Come take part, be surprised, and connect with stories that inspire change and imagination.
An experience for everyone who still carries the spirit to explore and transform the world!

When: Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 7:30 pm
Where: SpanicArts
131 6 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0P5

Register and be part of this unique experience.  

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