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Time just keeps chugging on by and we can’t believe it’s the end of April already! Make the most of the last few days of the month and hit up these free events. Here’s what we’re checking out:

ProArts@Noon Presents Brian Buchanan

April 25, 2018, 12:10 – 12:50pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1st St. SE)
Free

Pianist Brian Buchanan continues to earn respect as a Canadian jazz artist and has shared the stage with numerous legends including Clark Terry, Herb Ellis, Chet Baker, and Mark Murphy. See him perform at this free lunch hour concert presented in partnership with JazzYYC and Calgary’s International Jazz Days.
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Writing in the Works

April 26, 2018, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Owl’s Nest Books (815A 49th Ave. SW)
Free

Hear six Calgary writers read from their works-in-progress including Shelley Youngblut, Madelaine Shaw-Wong, Nikki Reimer, Tet Millare, Jan Markley, and Jim Jackson. Hosted by Sarah L. Johnson, this is sure to be a literary treat.
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Mixed Bag Art Opening

April 26, 2018, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)
Free

Featuring paintings (acrylic on canvas), linoleum prints, and candles by Tammy Winterfield, swing by and check out this new show. Pieces are available to purchase.
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POW! Parade of Wonders

April 27, 2018, 10:30 – 11:30am
Stephen Avenue (8th St. to Olympic Plaza)
Free, pre-registration is encouraged

A cosplay parade celebrating pop culture and creativity in Calgary’s downtown, it’s also the official kick off to the Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo. It’s free to participate, but to walk in the parade you must be decked out. This year, over 2,000 cosplayers are expected to take part alongside special Calgary Expo guests. Don’t have time to get a costume together? Cheer on from the sidelines at this family-friendly affair.
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The Weight & The Weeping Opening Reception

April 27, 2018, 5:00 – 9:00pm
Jarvis Hall Gallery (333B 36th Ave. SE)
Free

Marking its second solo exhibition of Marigold Santos’ work, head to Jarvis Hall Gallery to see this continuation of an exploration into notions of selfhood and identity that embraces multiplicity, fragmentation and empowerment, as informed by experiences of movement and migration.
jarvishallgallery.com

Bow Valley Calligraphy Guild Show

April 27 & 28, 2018
St. Stephen’s Anglican Church (1121 14th Ave. SW)
Free

The Bow Valley Calligraphy Guild features work in calligraphy and hand lettering. A wine and cheese reception takes place from 7:00 to 9:00pm on April 27 followed by a show and sale from 10:00 to 4:00pm on April 28.
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Colour Theory Workshop with Silas Kaufman

April 28, 2018, 1:00 – 5:00pm
Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)
Free, registration required

How does colour effect our emotions? Why do some colours excite us while others seem to calm us down? Join illustrator and instructor Silas Kaufman and explore how colour communicates emotion and energy.
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NBS Sharing Dance Day Rehearsals at Wildflower Arts Centre

April 28, 2018, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Wildflower Arts Centre (3363 Spruce Dr. SW)
Free

Each week until June 9, head to the Wildflower Arts Centre and get ready to shine in a community dance performance on NBS Sharing Dance Day 2018. Take part in these dance rehearsals for dancers of all ages and abilities.
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JazzWalk

April 29, 2018, 12:00 – 4:00pm
Throughout Inglewood & along the Music Mile
Free

Presented by TD and the Inglewood BIA for Calgary’s International Jazz Days, this free, family-friendly event weaves its way through various venues throughout Inglewood and the Music Mile! A great way to check out all that Calgary has to offer in local jazz music, explore multiple shows in multiple venues. There’s a little something for everyone.
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Ambrose University Jazz Combo, Geneviève Marentette & Tri-Tone Tap

April 30, 2018, 6:00 – 10:00pm
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (850 4th St. SE)
Free

Cap your International Jazz Day celebrations and join JazzYYC for this official wrap up concert. Set in the picturesque National Music Centre Skybridge, the evening kicks off with a welcome reception featuring music from the Ambrose University Jazz Combo. And be sure to stick around as the main concert gets rolling with music from Toronto jazz vocalist Geneviève Marentette and her quintet alongside set break entertainment from the renowned Tri-Tone Tap ensemble.
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