24th Annual Wine Gala & Auction Fundraiser

Apr 21, 2012

Glencoe Club
636, 29 Ave. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

cpcbowriver.com

The Glencoe Club hosts the 24th Annual Wine Gala & Auction in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area.

This elegant evening boasts a cocktail reception, light musical entertainment, five-star cuisine, beverages and door prizes. The evening culminates with an exciting live auction with celebrity presents.

Cocktail reception begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. 

Tickets are $200 each or $2,000 for a batch of 8. Tickets available online at cpcbowriver.com or by emailing gala@cpcbowriver.com.

Richard Van Camp: Stories Under a Full Moon

Mar 8, 2012

Taylor Family Digital Library, University of Calgary
2500 University Dr. N.W.
Calgary, Alberta

arts.ucalgary.ca

The University of Calgary hosts a special evening with Richard Van Camp as part of its Distinguished Writers Program. 

Beverly Hungry Wolf: Life Journeys of Blackfoot Women

Mar 1, 2012

Husky Oil Great Hall, Rozsa Centre, University of Calgary
2500 University Dr. N.W.
Calgary, Alberta

arts.ucalgary.ca

The University of Calgary's hosts a special evening with its 2012 Paget/Hoy speaker, Beverly Hungry Wolf.

Join Wolf for an evening of stories and traditional dance illustrating the changing roles of women in Blackfoot society over time. 

Talk at 7:30 p.m. A book signing and open reception will follow.

Mardi Gras: A Fundraiser for AIDS Calgary Awareness Association

Feb 25, 2012

The Metropolitan Centre
333 4 Ave. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

aidscalgary.org

"Mardi Gras – Le Carnaval Rouge" promises to be one of the hottest fundraising galas in town. Enjoy racy entertainment, sample spicy Cajun foods and participate in the costume ball to win fabulous prizes. 

Proceeds support AIDS Calgary Awareness Association programs and services.

Tickets are $125 each, table of eight for $900, available online at aidscalgary.org.

Calgary Opera Emerging Artist Showcase: Ariodante

May 10, 2012

Arrata Opera Centre
1315 7 St. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

calgaryopera.com

Calgary Opera presents a special emerging artist production of Handel’s Ariodante. This fully staged and costumed production will be Calgary Opera’s first foray into the world of Baroque opera. 

Performances run Saturday, May 5, Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m., and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 6.

Tickets $20-$40. For tickets, go to calgaryopera.com or call 403-262-7286.

Calgary Opera Emerging Artist Showcase: Ariodante

May 8, 2012

Arrata Opera Centre
1315 7 St. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

calgaryopera.com

Calgary Opera presents a special emerging artist production of Handel’s Ariodante. This fully staged and costumed production will be Calgary Opera’s first foray into the world of Baroque opera. 

Performances run Saturday, May 5, Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m., and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 6.

Tickets $20 to $40. For tickets, go to calgaryopera.com or call 403-262-7286.

Calgary Opera Emerging Artist Showcase: Ariodante

May 6, 2012

Arrata Opera Centre
1315 7 St. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

calgaryopera.com

Calgary Opera presents a special emerging artist production of Handel’s Ariodante. This fully staged and costumed production will be Calgary Opera’s first foray into the world of Baroque opera. 

Performances run Saturday, May 5, Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m., and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 6.

Tickets $20-$40. For tickets, go to calgaryopera.com or call 403-262-7286.

Calgary Opera Emerging Artist Showcase: Ariodante

May 5, 2012

Arrata Opera Centre
1315 7 St. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

calgaryopera.com

Calgary Opera presents a special emerging artist production of Handel’s Ariodante. This fully staged and costumed production, an ideal vehicle for a youthful energetic cast, will be Calgary Opera’s first foray into the world of Baroque opera. 

Performances run Saturday, May 5, Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m., and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 6.

Tickets $20-$40. For tickets, go to calgaryopera.com or call 403-262-7286.

Calgary Opera: Sunday Opera Brunch

Apr 1, 2012

Calgary Petroleum Club
319 5 Ave. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

calgaryopera.com

Spend Sunday afternoon enjoying brunch with friends, followed by a short recital featuring singers in the upcoming production of La Bohème.

Tickets are $65, available online at calgaryopera.com.

Calgary Opera: A Taste of the Opera

Apr 13, 2012

Arrata Opera Centre
1315 7 St. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

calgaryopera.com

Calgary Opera gives you the inside scoop on their productions with a pre-show discussion. Enjoy “taste of the region” foods based on the setting of the opera and a glass of wine provided by Kensington Wine Market. This month: A Bohème-inspired dinner. 

Tickets are $20, available online at calgaryopera.com.