East Village Weekly Round-Up (Dec 11-17)
From Studio Bell to hot spot eateries, from urban plazas to the library, there’s always something happening somewhere in East Village. We’ve rounded up our top picks of this week’s events, programs, classes and more. Don’t forget to check the calendars of our community partners for other goings-on in the neighbourhood!
101.5 Today Radio presents: Andrew Allen
BC singer-songwriter Andrew Allen is bringing some holiday spirit to the King Eddy!
When: Wednesday, December 11 at 8:00pm
Where: 438 9 Ave SE
Cost: $20
Plant a Succulent at Raw Canvas
Plant your own succulent with Raw Canvas at this DIY workshop. The price of the class includes a container, dirt, moss, one succulent, a few garnishes, plus tips and tricks for assembling your plant.
When: Thursday, December 12 at 6:30pm
Where: 609 Confluence Way SE
Cost: $45
Alberta Spotlight: Mariel Buckley
Few performers combine the lyrical heartfelt authenticity of classic country music with a steely-eyed intensity that compels an audience’s attention like Calgary’s Mariel Buckley. Amidst a sea of neon-Nashville superstars, Buckley offers a crunchy, roots alternative.
When: Thursday, December 12 at 8:00pm
Where: 850 4 St SE
Cost: $20
Live Music at Yardarm
East Village’s newest late night spot, Yardarm, is an intimate cocktail lounge that focuses on craft drinks, paired canapés and personalized service. And everything will taste just that much better when accompanied by live jazz piano, which you can catch every Friday and Saturday night.
When: December 13 & 14, 9:00pm-midnight
Where: 107-535 8 Ave SE
Cost: No cover charge
Indigenous Languages Day
In recognition of 2019 as the United Nations International Year of Indigenous Languages, Calgary Public Library invites you to join in a special celebration to honour Treaty 7 Languages.
When: Saturday, December 14, 10:00am-2:00pm
Where: Central Library (800 3 St SE)
Cost: Free
HOLIDAY WRAPPING PARTY
Wrap up the season at one of our free Holiday Wrapping Parties! The EV Experience Centre will be filled with all kinds of recyclable paper and ribbons. Plus, a special workshop with Nanao Kimono will teach you new and eco-friendly ways to do your wrapping.
When: Sunday, December 15 from 11:00am-4:30pm
Where: 553 Riverfront Ave SE
Cost: Free
Seasonal Greenery with the Calgary Horticultural Society
Join an expert gardener for a demonstration of how to create a low-waste, low-cost holiday arrangement with a horticultural twist! This session will feature a recycled, non-toxic, compostable amaryllis arrangement along with creating recycled and compostable Christmas decorations.
When: Tuesday, December 17 from 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Central Library (800 3 St SE)
Cost: Free (register in advance)