Edmonton

Music in the Manuscripts: A Night of Readings and Songs

December 18, 7 pm, Highlands United Church

Join us for an evening celebration of three NEW books that rock to the power of song.

From carols to opera to protest songs, Edmonton authors Janice MacDonald, Gail Sidonie Šobat, and Carissa Halton will share how music inspired their stories. Readings will be punctuated by music and singing (with special guests) in the sonorous sanctuary of Highlands United Church.

Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts' (ACUA) presents their annual Ukrainian Christmas Market, re-imagined this season as a Night Market, featuring art, crafts, food, gifts, and Ukrainian goods, all in time for the holiday shopping season. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. and close at 8:00 p.m in their Boutique and Gallery. All ACUA Members get early shopping access at 3:00 p.m. Drinks and food will be available for sale while you're shopping.

Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival invites artists to take part in the Lamppost Cozy Challenge, a fast-paced, joy-filled competition that transforms 118 Avenue into a glowing outdoor gallery. Working within the festival’s 2026 theme, Under the Stars, selected teams will have 24 hours to “Deck Out a Lamppost” with an imaginative, site-specific installation enjoyed by more than 50,000 festival-goers.

University of Alberta Press is holding an open house and reception to welcome Director and Publisher Darcy Cullen and Acquisitions Editor Kay Rollans. 

Wednesday, December 3
3 to 5 pm. Remarks at 4 pm 
Henderson Hall | 1-17 Rutherford Library South | University of Alberta
Everyone is welcome!

https://ualbertapress.ca/events/open-house-to-welcome-director-and-publisher-darcy-cullen-and-acquisitions-editor-kay-rollans/

A Special New Year's Eve Fundraiser with hors d'oeuvres, party favours, & bubbly.

$120

7:30 p.m. Doors
8:30 p.m. Program
8:40 p.m. Music
9:25 p.m. Program
9:30 p.m. Food
10:00 p.m. Music
12:00 a.m. Happy New Year!

Laurel Sadownik, alto sax, horns arranger
Brandy Lee Mac Lean, tenor sax, vocal
Liam Shearer, trumpet
Ethan Graves, trombone
Skyler Benoit-Jones, drums
Miguel Angel Priolo, congas, percussion
Ana Marin Boscan, vocal
Daniel Pena Quesada, bass
Remo Priolo, vocal, piano, music director

Bear Grease Shack Up For The Winter takes the beloved 1978 musical on an Indigenous joyride, now with a festive twist! This jaw-dropping, toe-tapping spectacle combines humour, fashion, and music with a burst of cultural flair that makes the classic story feel brand new. The Holiday Special adds lively Christmas surprises to the humour, electrifying dance numbers, and unforgettable tunes you know and love—along with Indigenous twists that celebrate culture and community.

Discover ArtsHub 118 Living!

http://artshab.com/spaces/artshub-118
The co-op offers 16 light-filled apartment style units ranging from 728 – 802 square feet at below market rates.

New construction
1 bedroom + den units
In suite laundry
Communal outdoor deck
Onsite outdoor parking
Elevator
Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts studios and gallery at street level below the Co-op.

Greenwood Singers invites you to "Home for the Holidays," a seasonal concert exploring how we find that feeling of home during the Christmas season. The program features music in a wide range of styles, from carols of the Levant and contemporary choral works to traditional Christmas songs and nostalgic favourites from the crooner era.

Program Specialist - Visual Arts (Child/Youth)

Job Number: 53694 

Do you consider yourself an expert in Visual Arts?

Do you have a passion for teaching and sharing your skills with others?