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If ever you have friends telling you they have nothing to do in Calgary, you need only point them to yet another posting of Awesome Events! Happening around town this week:

9th Annual Eastside Studio Crawl… Saturday

Go behind the scenes and discover the magic crafted by some of Calgary’s best known and emerging artists.  Nearly 175 artists located in Ramsey invite you to explore over 40 Studios and investigate the creative processes of their work. Read more details>>>

5th Annual Calgary International Improv Festival… ends this weekend!

See you in the funny papers! Patti Stiles, Colin Mochrie and more ready to lead your abs through a workout they won’t let you forget in the morning. Come on out for this cure-all… laughter is the best medecine after all. Read more info>>>

Second Annual Calgary Horror Con… Saturday & Sunday

The Calgary Horror Con is the first convention dedicated to horror in Western Canada.  Coming to the Horror Con 2012 is the Queen of the B’s, Scream Queen Linnea Quigley, Poltergeist Child Star Oliver Robbins… and more! Read more details>>>

Calgary International Film Festival… Sept 20-Oct 1

Make sure to block off September 20-30 on your calendar, because you won’t want to miss what’s in store for this year! It’s an 11-day celebration of visual arts and cinema, screening over 200 multi-genre films from around the world and highlighted by a series of gala events, awards ceremonies, and special presentations. Read more details>>>

Calgary International Flamenco Festival… Sept 23-29

A week-long celebration of flamenco music, dance, passionate expression and innovative performances – this is the flamenco event of the year. the festival features workshops and concert events including the breathtaking dancer from Madrid, Manuel Liñan on September 28th 8 pm, at the University Theatre. Read more details>>>