• Price Free

It’s already the middle of December, can you believe it? Luckily there are some great, free events for you and the family to enjoy this week. Here’s what we’re hitting up.

ProArts Presents La VIe Choir

December 14, 2016, 12:10 – 12:50pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1st St. SE)
Free

Founded in 2013 and based in Calgary, this choir is made up of six classically trained singers—Melanie Baux, Aiofe Donnelly, Celia Lee, Catherine Lippitt, Sara Staples, and Lauren Woods. Join them this Wednesday for a free lunch hour concert of winter and snow songs.
proartssociety.ca

Long Lunch/Quick Reads

December 16, 2016, 12:00 – 2:00pm
Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)
Free

Take a long lunch and come to Loft 112 to read Perfect End of a Star by Lisa Murphy-Lamb. Not only does this luncheon take advantage of the holiday season (expect treats) but it also is the final one of the year! Pre order your lunch for $10 by emailing loftonetwelve@gmail.com.
facebook.com

Long Lunch/Quick Reads Anthology Launch

December 16, 2016, 1:00 – 3:00pm
Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)
Free

And speaking of Long Lunch/Quick Reads, here’s your chance to read all 12 literary lunches in one complete anthology. Come, pick up a copy and celebrate with the authors.
facebook.com

BIG Small Art Show

December 17, 2016, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Motion Gallery (127, 200 Barclay Parade SW)
Free

Head to Motion Gallery as 10 local artists are hold their first ever BIG Small Art Show. With more than 100 pieces of original artwork for under $100, this is a great place to find small works of original art for yourself or for a last minute Christmas gifts.
facebook.com

NEXT2016 Curator Tour with Lisa Baldissera

December 17, 2016, 1:00pm
Contemporary Calgary (117 8th Ave. SW)
Free

Rescheduled from last week, Contemporary Calgary’s Senior Curator, Lisa Baldissera will be giving a tour of NEXT2016. Presented as part of NEXT, the show invites artists to investigate the potential of post-studio practices, and how practices may manifest themselves within an exhibition space.
facebook.com

Last Minute Christmas Sale

December 17 & 18, 2016 12:00 – 5:00pm
Bee Kingdom Glass (427 22nd Ave. NW)
Free

To close out the 2016 season, Bee Kingdom is hosting one more event at its glassblowing studio. Stop by to soak in some glassblowing demonstrations including the creation of themed goblets and cupcakes, experimental bowls and vases, and unpredictable things. Then head into the home gallery to shop a variety in available glass pieces ranging from $20 to $2,000.
facebook.com

Master Class for Families

December 18, 2016, 1:00 – 2:00pm
Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)
Free, registration essential

Join the Esker Foundation for an afternoon of family fun at the gallery that delves into new mediums with art projects that relate to its current exhibitions. An educational, energetic, hands-on program for kids ages five to 10, an adult is required to stay for the duration of the workshop. All materials will be provided.
eskerfoundation.com