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From street art openings to outrigger sprints… have we got an event roundup for you!

Papergirl Calgary Opening Exhibition… Thursday

Papergirl is an international community-based street art project that began in Berlin. Come check out Calgary submitted works on opening night or between 12-6pm until August 17th! Read more info>>>

Free Women Only Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self-Defense Class… Thursday

Chestermere Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is offering up free self defense classes for women.Learn how to defend yourself in any situation on the ground at one of four Thursday lessons. Read more info>>>

Downtown Book Market… Saturday

Calling all book worms! This is the last Saturday Stephen Avenue will be hosting its book market. Head on out to this free event for summer reading activities, author signings and book vendors. Read more info>>>

Apocalypse Wars… Saturday

Eat brains! Support kids! Calgary’s 1st ever Apocalypse Wars is a zombie vs humans capture the flag-style game in support of local children’s charities. Come check out the zombies or join in for the after-party! Read more info>>>

World Va’a Outrigger Spring Championships 2012… Saturday – Wednesday

International athletes from 20 nations are competing at the Glenmore Resevoir in one of the most rigorous, fastest and energetic water sports ever created…outrigger sprints! From the opening ceremony at Heritage Park to the closing ceremony and hand off to the next host, Brazil, be a part of this thrilling event! Read more info>>>