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Whether you’re looking for expos, musicals or out-of-the-ordinary runway shows, this edition of Awesome Events is bursting with fun things to do this week!

Improv Hamlet: Making Tragedy Fun… Thursday-Saturday

the Improv Guild is turning the greatest play ever written on its head. An Improv Hamlet: Making Tragedy Fun will be the first semi-scripted production in the history of the Improv Guild. No two performances will be the same as each night audience suggestions will help determine the outcome! This is the people’s Hamlet. You’ll have to see it to believe it. Read more details>>>

Calgary Lifestyle Expo… Friday & Saturday

The Calgary Lifestyle Expo is a consumer-focussed, activity-motivating tradeshow that showcases exhibitors who cater to the lifestyle and leisure activities and attractions sought after by the active, mainstream Calgarian. Read more details>>>

Legally Blonde The Musical… Starts Thursday

Omigod, omigod you guys! FRC is excited to bring everyone’s favourite blonde lawyer back to Calgary! With songs like “Omigod You Guys”, “Gay or European?” and “Bend and Snap”, Legally Blonde is an all-singing, all-dancing, feel-good musical comedy that will be a highlight of your year! Join us as we take you from the social whirl of Malibu to the hallowed halls of Harvard Law. The verdict? This much fun shouldn’t be legal! Read more details>>>

The East Village Vaudeville Spectacular… Friday & Saturday

After a year and a half of dreaming, planning, researching and rehearsing, the East Village Vaudeville Spectacular is coming to the Golden Age Club!
Mark your calendar and plan to attend this ground breaking civic action. Citizens from the East Village are coming together to tell the story of this historic community and ask the question: How can we learn from the past to help us do better in the future? Read more details>>>

BURST: A Runway Show Of Glass Couture… Saturday

Introducing: BURST – an extraordinary experience featuring glass couture under the stunning light of the catwalk. Guests will be delighted as they view breathtaking vestments on a runway intermingled with local artist Leslie Bell’s site specific installation piece, Simulacra. Some 16 artists will present over 20 glass couture pieces from around the world. Read more details>>>

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There’s a long weekend on the horizon and your mind is floating to all of the things you could be doing with that extra time off… well hang on just a minute and read over a few of our Awesome Events before you go finalizing your plans!

Calgary Street Food Festival… Friday

Featuring 12 food trucks and Kingsland food vendors serving up the latest and greatest in street food from all over the world, this is an event you won’t want to miss. The food trucks will be serving special under-$5 foods as well as their traditional menu items. The event will feature music, entertainment, prizes and celebrity judges who will pick Calgary’s best street food. Read more details>>>

The Fifth Reel: Back To The Future – 50s Prom Party Feat 36?… Friday

Do you miss the days of high school dances where you swayed with your hunny under bright lights with lust and spiked punch in your stomach? how about the warm sensibilities of 1950′s Americana? well we’re doing both of those things with a screening of the legendary BACK TO THE FUTURE along with a 50′s PROM PARTY!! Read more details>>>

Diabetes Clothesline Fill A Truck Event… Saturday

Happening at three different Calgary locations, it’s a Great chance to do your spring cleaning and help a worthy cause by dropping off donations of clothing and small household items. Be entered for your chance to win many prizes including a trip for 2 to London, England! Read more details>>>

Serbian Festival 2013… Saturday & Sunday

This spectacular event will feature a broad entertainment program showcasing some of the best cultural displays that the Serbian community has to offer. Don’t know what Serbian culture is? Come out and join us for some fabulous homemade Serbian food, cultural exhibits, sports competitions, and much more. Read more details>>>

Otafest 2013… Friday-Sunday

Otafest is a Calgary based nonprofit organization promoting of Japanese art, culture, and media in the Canadian community, and our organization rests firmly on the spirit of community collaboration and volunteerism. Celebrate the 15th annual Otafest at the University of Calgary with gaming events, pin trading, Cosplay battles and even Otafest Idol! Read more details>>>

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Come one, come all! The weather outside ain’t frightful and this week’s edition of Awesome Events is so delightful! Here are this week’s features!

Alberta Ballet: Balletlujah!… Wednesday-Saturday

The world premiere of “Balletlujah!”, a work inspired by and featuring the music of iconic Edmonton-born artist k.d. lang. Similar to Jean Grand-Maître’s previous collaborations with Joni Mitchell, Sir Elton John and Sarah McLachlan, “Balletlujah!” will be strongly influenced by lang’s rich and soulful voice and prairie heritage. Read more details>>>

4th Annual Girls Night Out In Inglewood… Thursday

Women in and out of the ‘hood! (And men, kids and dogs too…). The 4th Annual Girls Night Out hits Inglewood on Thursday, May 9, and the number of promos, freebies and in-store parties has never been higher… Read more details>>>

Kit & Kaboodle Circus… Thursday-Sunday

Kit & Kaboodle Circus is a community based music and circus performance featuring original music, magicians, dancers, clowns, light spinners, acrobats, comedians, hoopers, story-tellers, and more! The show follows the adventures of Independence, Rupert & Stilletta stepping in and out of a magical box that reflects their true selves. Circus-loving grown ups and quirky-awesome families will love it! Read more details>>>

Reverend Raven & The Chain Smokin’ Alter Boys… Friday-Sunday

Bringing crowds to their feet at the hardest to please and sophisticated night clubs in the Midwest, Reverend Raven and the Chain Smoking Altar Boys play traditional blues, straight up with a big dose of passion. Catch them at The Blues Can this weekend. Read more details>>>

Artists For Awareness Cabaret Show… Monday

Time to mark your calendars and prepare to make a difference in peoples’ lives. On May 13 we will be hosting our second annual Artists For Awareness Cabaret Shows. During the two hour event you will be delighted by a variety of local artists including actors, opera singers, comedians, and much more. Read more details>>>

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April snow flurries bring May flowers, right? While we’re waiting for those buds to shoot out from the trees, how about another installment of Awesome Events? Here are but a few of the happenings around town this weekend!

Donald Ray Johnson Live At Bookers BBQ And Crab Shack… Friday

Texas born, Calgary based, Donald Ray Johnson is a well liked and respected member of the Canadian blues community. The award-winning recording artist holds some of the most prestigious awards in the music industry. He’ll be performing live at Bookers on Friday! Read more details>>>

YYC Burger Week… Starts Friday

Eat a burger, support a local charity! Then get ready to VOTE! On May 3rd – 10th, 16 restaurants all over Calgary will be participating in YYC Burger Week. They will be putting out unique $15 burger plates as contenders. you will be able to try them all and vote for your favourite! Read more details>>>

Girls Gone Wilde – A Late Night Cabaret… Friday & Saturday

Two nights of sizzling performances by Girls Gone Wilde!  These wild women aren’t afraid to show their wits.  Come join the celebration of women’s stories in a cabaret of new and creative work by brave and uninhibited ladies! Read more details>>>

Festival Cinco De Mayo… Saturday

join us for a fun-filled evening of authentic celebration, Mexican-style.  Experience Mexican culture in all its splendor – with live music and dance performances, cultural activities, plus games, arts and crafts for the whole family. Read more details>>>

3rd Annual Calgary Bike Swap… Saturday

Save May 4th as the day to sell, buy, or donate a bicycle at Calgary Bike Swap.  Swap proceeds this year will support safer cycling initiatives and projects. Calgary Bike Swap is excited to announce that our venue for 2013 is at the Calgary Parking Authority’s City Centre Parkade at 340 – 10th Ave SW. Read more details>>> 

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As awesome as a patio bound, sunshine filled summer afternoon in Calgary, here are a few Awesome Events worth checking out this week!

French Themed Sage Theatre Soirée – Fundraiser… Friday

You are invited to attend an evening of French wine, food and prizes to be won from the helium-filled balloons that will be in the colours of the French Flag all in support of Sage Theatre. Read more details>>>

Calgary Slow Art Day… Saturday

Slow Art Day is a worldwide celebration of art that encourages people to look at art SLOWLY – and thereby experience art in a new way. Slow Art is free and run by volunteers. You pay only your museum admission (if any) and buy your own lunch. Read more details>>>

2013 Spanish Festival… Wednesday – Sunday

It is the first Spanish festival in Calgary ever. Come and discover the Spanish culture, amazing food, movies, music and dance all presented during 5 days in this wonderful city, Calgary. Read more details>>>

Project Nim Calgary Film Screening… Tuesday

From the team behind Man on Wire comes the story of Nim, the chimpanzee who in the 1970s became the focus of a landmark experiment which aimed to show that an ape could learn to communicate with language if raised and nurtured like a human child. Following Nim’s extraordinary journey through human society, and the enduring impact he makes on the people he meets along the way, the film is an unflinching and unsentimental biography of an animal we tried to make human. Read more details>>>

George Hrab: Where The Heck Is Calgary?… Tuesday & Wednesday

Multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, producer, composer, and heliocentrist George Hrab has written and produced six independent CDs; published one book; recorded hundreds of episodes of an award winning podcast; and even performed for President Clinton– all in a personal quest to improve his audience’s cognitive skills by reaching them through their funny bones and dance shoes. Read more details>>>

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Attention Calgarians! From jewelry to psychics to vintage weddings, this week we’ve picked out a few fun features for your perusing pleasure! So read on for this week’s edition of Awesome Events!

Statement – Conceptual Jewelry Art Exhibition Opening… Friday

As a designer and craftsman most of Ellinor Stenroos’ work is to accommodate what works for the client, what will suit them and what will look good despite the test of time. Ellinor would love to have you all join her on the 19th of April, not just for the art, but also for her 32nd birthday… and for some wine and cheese! Read more details>>>

17th Avenue Shopping Day… Saturday

17th Ave is getting a makeover! Shop, win and celebrate the new look of 17th Ave SW. Join us at a red affair, a day of shopping and more! The first 500 shoppers will have an opportunity to receive a shopping bag filled with great deals and offers Pick up a bag for your chance to win 1 of 17 $100 shopping sprees. Read more details>>>

Calgary 4th Annual Worldwide Vegan Bake Sale… Saturday

For the fourth year in a row the annual Calgary vegan bake sale will be held at Community Natural foods! There will be an assortment of delicious sweet treats and savoury eats for you to choose from, with some gluten-free items thrown in the mix. Read more details>>>

Psychic Chip Coffey Live In Calgary… Saturday

The star of A&E’s hit series, “PSYCHIC KIDS: CHILDREN OF THE PARANORMAL” and “PARANORMAL STATE” will take you on an emotional journey with his comedic wit and his ability to tug at your heartstrings during this spectacular event! Chit Chat with Chip – Chip will interact with the audience as he shares stories about what it was like growing up psychic, reveals what he’s been up to lately and chats about what’s coming up next. Read more details>>>

The Vintage Wedding Showcase… Sunday

Everything Vintage, Bridal & Fabulous!! Calgary’s first ever vintage themed wedding event features: The Vintage Decor Challenge, featuring the designs of Calgary’s top wedding planners and designers; A front row fashion show featuring authentic, vintage gowns for brides and bridesmaids; A modern spin on vintage hair and make-up and more! Read more details>>>

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The sun’s out there shining away and you’re… on your laptop? Just a moment a please! Before you go closing that lid and dashing off into the ether of fun events around the city, take a moment to peruse a smattering of the Awesome Events we’ve come across for this week!

Bohemian Carnival… Friday & Saturday

Canadian violinist Andrea Tyniec brings her spirited energy to Ravel’s Tzigane and Dvo?ák’s Romance for Violin in a folk-flavoured night of Bohemian delights. Dancers from The School of Alberta Ballet enrich the festivities as they join the CPO on stage in selections throughout the evening. Read more details>>>

Calgary Horticultural Society 2013 Garden Show… Saturday & Sunday

More than 10,000 Calgarians will celebrate the arrival of spring at the Calgary Horticultural Society’s annual Garden Show. This two-day celebration of all things plants and gardening will inspire and educate through free speaker seminars, hands-on workshops, gorgeous display gardens, free kids’ activities, 120+ exhibitors and much more. Read more details>>>

Flat Track Fever… Friday-Sunday

Flat Track Fever 2013 will be the single largest flat track roller derby tournament event in Alberta to date. On April 12, 13, and 14th, 2013, Chinook City Roller Derby will host two single elimination tournaments – one women’s and one men’s. Read more details>>>

Calgary Underground Film Festival… Starts Monday

CUFF elevates Calgary’s cultural landscape with the best in local and international independent cinema. We challenge and entertain our audiences with boundary breaking films, compelling artist showcases and engaging events. Read more details>>>

Calgary Opera Emerging Artists: Rogues And Romantics… Monday

Calgary Opera’s innovative Emerging Artist Program presents eight talented young singers as they step into the spotlight of the professional opera scene. Imagine the wiles of Carmen or the tricks of a bird catcher or perhaps one of those mysteriously amusing intrigues behind masks–all a taste of opera. Entertaining and enlightening–what opera does best. This will be a medley of laughter and perhaps a tear or two. Bring a kleenex! Read more details>>>

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Hello Blog your Dog fans, we’ve got a special treat for you! We’re marking new territories with Yelp’s first every doggy day with our friends at Back in the Pack… and you and your dog are invited! Get “glammed” with a fabulous dog groomer, strut your stuff with a complimentary mini photo shoot for owners and dogs… even teach an old dog a new trick with training demos.

Ten lucky Calgary Is Awesome readers will also have their dog featured after the event in a special edition of Blog Your Dog. The doggy day will be taking place next Saturday, April 13th from 1-4PM.

Get ready, set, shoot! Taking puppy portraits is a specialty for Back in the Pack owner, Brian Burke and he’s got some fun and useful tips on prepping your furry friend for the perfect portrait at the event’s free photo booth!

1) Shoes off! Make sure those toesies and pawsies are clean before you come into the studio.
2) Primp and preen! Are you all brushed up and looking your best? Put a bow in your hair or fur, or put on that favourite collar (or not!)
3) Decide if you’ll be in the picture with your pup. If you are, do you have matching socks? Yes, matching socks! Rinse and repeat the above tips for yourself!

Date: Saturday, April 13th
Time: 1-4pm
Location: Back in the Pack, 3131 68 St NW, Calgary
To RSVP, email your name, your dog’s name and your email address to calgary@yelp.com.

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A is for Awesome Events… of which there are many this week! Here’s a smattering of events happening around the YYC:

2013 Calgary Spoken Word Festival… April 5-25

The 2013 Calgary Spoken Word Festival marks the 10 Year Anniversary and is shaping up to be extravagant! This year’s theme “Extreme Thinking” will feature top poets from around the world. With the best educational programming, workshops, panels, Slams, and fantastic performances on the way, the 10th anniversary is going to be a blast! Read more details>>>

Bell Tower’s “Growing Growing” CD Release Party… Saturday

Studio014 Entertainment and The Gateway present Bell Tower’s “Growing Growing” CD Release party with very special guests Hunger Hush and All Hands On Jane. Join us in celebrating Bell Tower’s much anticipated sophomore album on Saturday April 6th. Read more details>>>

Calgary’s First-Ever Speed Gaming Event… Sunday

Love board games?  Want to meet some new people?  Then Speed Gaming is for you! Speed Gaming is a fun way to meet new people who share a love of games.  Everyone who attends is randomly assigned to a game station for a 30 minute gaming session.  When it’s over, people get randomly assigned to a different station and it starts all over again.  Simple! Read more details>>>

Tannis Slimmon At The Gallery… Sunday

Deanne is reputed for her pure tone, sultry sound, and has that voice that “You could listen to all night long.” And she’s playing at The Gallery House this Sunday! Read more details>>>

Team Nicole VIP Viewing: Top Chef Season 3 – Episode 4… Monday

Calling all Calgary food lovers! Join Nicole and all her friends and supporters for a VIP viewing of episode 3 of Top Chef Canada. All proceeds from ticket sales go to support a local charity! Read more details>>>

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Here ye, here ye! We’re chasing the tail of a long weekend… We do solemly declare this to be another edition of Awesome Events!

The Rocky Horror Show… starts Thursday

A cult classic musical, “Rocky” tells the story of two clean cut kids, Brad Majors and Janet Weiss, who run into car trouble and seek help at the site of light down the road. Little do they know it’s coming from the place where Dr. Frank N Furter is in the midst of his maniacal experiments. Read more details>>>

NSD’s Easter Egg Hunt For Dogs & Their Families… Friday

It’s a family event for a great cause! Every Good Friday, thousands of plastic eggs are filled with dog treats and hidden over a defined area of a local park. Each egg also contains a coloured sticker, representing a chance to win one of hundreds of great prizes. Come out and help us reach our goal of raising $110,000 for children with autism. Read more details>>>

Hang The DJ – The “Let’s Never Wait 4 Weeks Again” Edition… Saturday

Is Edward suffering from amnesia again? Will Victoria choose the mysterious, Javier or her estranged husband, Vladimir? And who was the shadowy figure looking on as Jo embarked on her new life as CEO of Derringer Industries? Hang The DJ at Dickens Pub! Read more details>>>

Team Nicole VIP Viewing: Top Chef Season 3 Episode 3… Monday

Foodies rejoice! Here’s your chance to hobnob with a Top Chef Canada contestant right here in Calgary. Chef Nicole is hosting a VIP viewing with some of the city’s best in support charities! It’s all happening Monday at Willow Park Wines & Spirits. Read more details>>>

If I Weren’t With You… starts Monday

If I Weren’t With You is a musical romp through one couple’s imaginings of the magnificent lives they would be leading if only that pesky matrimonial partner they currently have was not holding them back. Read more details>>> 

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