Catch The Latest On CALGARY.CityGuide.ca: Fashion Expo in Calgary


Fashion Expo in Calgary

FHNB.jpg

Fashion Has No Borders (FHNB)- Fashion & Accessory Expose will be held in Calgary on Saturday, March 20, 2010, from 9:00am - 9:00pm at BMO Centre, Stampede Park.

FHNB will offer visitors the unique opportunity to discover and purchase the hottest in fashion, health and beauty products while thoroughly enjoying the whole shopping experience under one roof. Over 275 fashion, hair and beauty companies as well as fashion schools and beauty schools will exhibit at this expo.

The tickets are priced at $10/person and $6 for students. For more information, visit: Fashion Has No Borders

TAGS: , , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:Fashion Expo in Calgary   digg:Fashion Expo in Calgary   newsvine:Fashion Expo in Calgary   Yahoo!:Fashion Expo in Calgary
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


FunnyFest- The 10th Annual Talent Search in Calgary

FunnyFest- Calgary's Comedy Festival will be held this year from April 29 thru May 9th 2010 and if you want to participate in the final festival then you can take part in annual talent search which will be held at the Old Spaghetti Factory (located on 222 3 Street SW, Calgary ) on March 13th, 2010 at 9:00 pm and on March 20th with finals being on April 3rd.

Wondering what to expect? Well, the event will feature: Headliner & SPECIAL GUEST Performers. So, joinh the excitement and have fun at pennies a laugh as competitors compete to be one of the funniest and earn a chance to perform at FUNNYFEST Calgary Comedy Festival 2010.

The tickets are priced at: $15/person and can be bought by calling: 403 228 7888, emailing: tickets@funnyfest.com. For more information, check out: Funny Fest website


TAGS: , , , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:FunnyFest- The 10th Annual Talent Search in Calgary   digg:FunnyFest- The 10th Annual Talent Search in Calgary   newsvine:FunnyFest- The 10th Annual Talent Search in Calgary   Yahoo!:FunnyFest- The 10th Annual Talent Search in Calgary
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


Ladies Night Out by Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society

The Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society is organizing 'Ladies night Out' for Calgary Women on May 28, 2010 starting 6pm at The Calgary Italian Club.

With proceeds benefiting the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Centre at the Foothills Medical Centre, this exciting evening for the ladies will feature cocktails, appetizers and a delicious meal served by Firefighters. There will also be door prizes, bucket raffles, musical entertainment and the chance to bid in silent and live auctions. Calgary Fire Department trucks, both new and antique, will make an appearance and the evening would not be complete without the participation of the "Hotstuff" calendar guys.

If you are interested in the 2010 event or would like to become involved as a sponsor or donor, please contact the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society at 403.701.2876 or email cffbts@shaw.ca. The tickets for this year's event are priced at $150/person or $1250 for a table for 10.

The goal of Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment society is to raise funds and awareness to support burn victims throughout Calgary and southern Alberta. The money raised is donated to the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Centre at Foothills Medical Centre. The centre provides treatment and therapy for burn victims as well as those who suffer from frostbite, hypothermia and other skin-loss injuries.


TAGS: , , , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:Ladies Night Out by Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society   digg:Ladies Night Out by Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society   newsvine:Ladies Night Out by Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society   Yahoo!:Ladies Night Out by Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


Skate, Walk or Wheel a-Kid-to-Camp in Calgary

Camp Bonaventure is the only outdoor summer day camp in Calgary focusing on youth and teens up to 17 years old with or without disabilities and it is hosted by one of Calgary's local organization called 'Between Friends Club.' Camp Bonaventure runs during the summer months, beginning the first full week in July and continuing for 8 consecutive weeks. The Participants at Camp Bonaventure can make new friends, gain valuable life experiences and develop self-confidence by challenging their own limits.

You can contribute for Camp Bonaventure by participating in the 17th Annual Skate, Walk or Wheel a-Kid-to-Camp event on March 13th,2010 from 2-5 p.m. at the Olympic Oval. This is Between Friends Club's biggest fundraiser for Camp Bonaventure. Proceeds from this event will help approximately 600 youth experience summer camp.

For more information, visit: Between Friends

Between Friends Club
#205, 8989 Macleod Tr. S.
Calgary, AB T2H 0M2

Phone: (403) 269-9133
Fax: (403) 269-3919
Email: info@betweenfriends.ab.ca

TAGS: , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:Skate, Walk or Wheel a-Kid-to-Camp in Calgary   digg:Skate, Walk or Wheel a-Kid-to-Camp in Calgary   newsvine:Skate, Walk or Wheel a-Kid-to-Camp in Calgary   Yahoo!:Skate, Walk or Wheel a-Kid-to-Camp in Calgary
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


An evening of Vehicles and Violins - Gala 2010 in Calgary

An evening of Vehicles and Violins- Gala 2010 is a live auction event to be held in Calgary on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 at BMO Centre and Corral, Stampede Park from 5.30 pm to 10.00 pm. This year's 11th annual gala show which is being organized by the Calgary Motor Dealers Association (CMDA) will support the Alberta Cancer Foundation and The ALS Society of Alberta. Since its inception in the year 2000, the Vehicles and Violins Gala has raised almost $2,000,000 for charity.

At this event, the guests will be able to take part in silent auction, enjoy music by musicians from the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, try delectable international cuisine and get a preview of the 2010 Calgary International Auto and Truck show which will run from March10-14th, 2010. Complimentary bar will also be set up during the evening. The tickets for the show are priced at $150/person and can be purchased by calling: 403-974-0707 or by emailing:cmda@telus.net

TAGS: , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:An evening of Vehicles and Violins - Gala 2010 in Calgary   digg:An evening of Vehicles and Violins - Gala 2010 in Calgary   newsvine:An evening of Vehicles and Violins - Gala 2010 in Calgary   Yahoo!:An evening of Vehicles and Violins - Gala 2010 in Calgary
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


Dine Out Calgary 2010

doc-amex.jpg

March 2010 in Calgary is going to be a tasty month because we'll have ten days of excellent dining options. Dine Out Calgary 2010 will be held in the city from March 5-14th, 2010 and during these ten days some of the city's top chefs will present three-course dining experiences for Calgary residenst and visitors. Over 80 of Calgary's best restaurants will present customers with an opportunity to sample innovative creations at great value ( price varies from $15-$35/ person for Lunch and Dinner )

Now, if you want the ultimate food and wine experience then try Gourmet Dine Out at $85/person which will feature chef's favourites, including wine pairings. Make your reservation early so that you don't miss out on great food. Check out the complete list of participating restaurants at : Dine Out Calgary 2010



TAGS: , , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:Dine Out Calgary 2010   digg:Dine Out Calgary 2010   newsvine:Dine Out Calgary 2010   Yahoo!:Dine Out Calgary 2010
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


Black History Celebration: Legacy 2010

2010-legacies_flyer_final_back.jpg

Legacies 2010: Where Are You Going? is an 18+ event which will showcase Canadian talent and celebrate black history on February 27 and 28 at Calgary Chinese Multicultural Centre (located on 197, 1st St. SW). This year's performances will include spoken word poetry, gospel, blues and reggae music, African and Caribbean dance, comedy, art and so much more.

The tickets for the show are priced at $30/person in advance and $35 at the door. The doors will open at 7.00 pm and the show will start at 8.00 pm. Legacies 2010 is being hosted by Collectively Eclectic for the 3rd year in a row in celebration of Black History Month.

For more information, visit: Collective Eclectic

TAGS: , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:Black History Celebration: Legacy 2010   digg:Black History Celebration: Legacy 2010   newsvine:Black History Celebration: Legacy 2010   Yahoo!:Black History Celebration: Legacy 2010
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


A Festival of Short Films 2010 in Calgary

header-final.gif

I have some good news for Calgary Film Junkies! 2nd Annual Show Us Your Shorts - A Festival of Short Films will run in Calgary from March 25th to March 27th 2010. The festival will start with the Opening Gala at The Plaza Theatre featuring famed shorts artist and animator Emily Hubley's Alberta Premiere of her debut feature film, The Toe Tactic with music by Yo La Tengo. This will screen along with the 2009 Ultra Short Film Festival, films under 30 seconds long, giving guests a chance to see new size category of movies: x-small (less than one min.)

The other events of this festival include: the Golden Shorts, Screenwriting Competition and Closing Gala party. EMMEDIA will provide expert workshops and will host Showcase Screening on Friday March 26th. Some of the events are free whereas the tickets for the others are priced from $7-$8/person and will be available at the door.

For more information, visit: Show Us Your Shorts

TAGS: , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:A Festival of Short Films 2010 in Calgary   digg:A Festival of Short Films 2010 in Calgary   newsvine:A Festival of Short Films 2010 in Calgary   Yahoo!:A Festival of Short Films 2010 in Calgary
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


Calgary Moms Trade Fair

Whether you are a busy working mom or stay at home mom with naughty kids, Calgary Moms Trade fair has something for all moms. The 5th Calgary Moms Trade Fair is scheduled to be held on Saturday, February 20th 2010 from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm at Radisson Hotel ~ Trade Centre (located on 2120 - 16th Avenue N.E.)

The show will feature over 60 exhibitors selling products in categories such as: books, jewelry, make-up, cloth diapers, kitchen items, baby items, children's toys, scrap booking, pampering, health, weight loss, pregnancy & birth, eco-friendly, clothing, services and much more. Home Business Opportunities will also be available for those who want to work from home.

The admission fee:
Adults - Two canned goods or $2
Families (3+)- Three canned goods or $3
((Most Needed Items))
(all admission funds & canned goods will be donated to the Calgary Food Bank)

For More information, visit: Calgary Moms Trade Fair

TAGS: , , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:Calgary Moms Trade Fair   digg:Calgary Moms Trade Fair   newsvine:Calgary Moms Trade Fair   Yahoo!:Calgary Moms Trade Fair
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )


Cake Walk in Calgary

L'Arche Calgary is part of the International Federation of L'Arche, founded in 1964 by Jean Vanier in response to the need of people with developmental disabilities to find a valid place in society and it is hosting a family friendly Cake Walk in Calgary on Sunday, March 14, 2010, from noon to 3:30 p.m at SAIT campus (located 1301, 16th Avenue NW)

The L'Arche Calgary Cake Walk is a display of cake and chocolate creation competition (held in association with the Pastry Chef Guild of Alberta) at its finest. Top culinary chefs and novices compete to see who can create the most fantastic cake. The first L'Arche Calgary Cake was held in 2007 and is now an annual event, which draws 1,500 visitors annually and has netted over $300,000 for L'Arche Calgary's homes and programs for people with developmental disabilities.

The tickets for the L'arche Calgary are only $5/person and guests can take part in various Children's games, cup cakes decorating, enjoy live music, enter in the draw to win fabulous prizes like stay at Kannaskis Delta and tickets to Calgary Hitmen hockey games etc and vote for their favourite cake or chocolate creation.Ofcourse, all attenddes will get slice of delectable, professionally baked cake and a cup of coffee. .

For more information, visit: L'arche Cake Walk

TAGS: , , ,
POST TOOLS: del.icio.us:Cake Walk in Calgary   digg:Cake Walk in Calgary   newsvine:Cake Walk in Calgary   Yahoo!:Cake Walk in Calgary
comments  COMMENTS ( 0 )





SEARCH