Noir on 8th - An original, epic new serial novel in ten delightful chapters written by twelve of Calgary's brilliant writers, and featuring some of our city's quirkiest historical characters and events.

This is a new literary experiment between local Calgary writers and readers including: Kris Demeanor, Deborah Willis, Natalie Meisner, Ian Williams, Jani Krulc, Aritha van Herk, Cherly Foggo, Clem Martini, Lisa Murphy Lamb, Dale Lee Kwong, Dymphny Dronyk and Telmo dos Santos.

The Loft will be open for business - from illicit hooch to secret wagers, jazz, some parlour games,...

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We'll be at the Hillhurst Sunnyside Farmers' Market with our partners from the Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Food Program to discuss food as a top priority in the upcoming election. We will be at the market all day to chat with you and answer your questions. 

Roots & Shoots is a unique collaborative dinner dedicated to showcasing the very best ‘good clean and fair’ ingredients from Alberta’s growers and producers. At a challenging time of year when the ‘roots’ are almost gone and the ‘shoots’ are just emerging, accomplished local chefs join forces to create an exceptional evening presenting their unique expressions of the region in celebration of spring’s return.

WHEN: Sunday April 12th
5:30 - Aperitif and Canapé
6:30 - Dinner

WHERE: River Cafe on Prince’s Island Park

River Café host Chef Andrew Winfield and Pastry Chef Krissy Dumas, along with Boxwood Chef de Cuisine...

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