Around Town - February 2008
| Our newsletter editor (Shay) and her elves do such a wonderful
job collecting information on events around town that may be of
interest to Newcomers, we decided to put the suggestions on the
web. This is not an exhaustive list of everything going on around
town and may not be completely accurate as things change, but we
hope it gives you some ideas. Links have been added to sites with
more information. |
Past Around Town
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 Alberta Legislature Building (free)
Visit the beautiful Alberta Legislature Building and learn about
Alberta’s history! There are tours every hour, on the hour, from
9am to 3pm Mon-Fri, noon to 4pm weekends and holidays (or you can
wander around by yourself). Also, check out the Interpretive Centre
where kids can try on ceremonial robes and adults can browse the
gift shop. Info at: www.assembly.ab.ca. Parking available on 107th
Street between the Legislature Building and 99th Avenue. Alberta Legislature Preview.pdf
Catalyst Theatre
Catalyst Theatre presents Frankenstein from February 2 to 24. This theatre at
8529 103 Street is the only professional theatre company in the city
mandated to produce wholly original work. This production was very
popular when it ran last year.
edmontonplus.ca/arts_entertainment/catalyst_theatre_society
Citadel Theatre
The Citadel Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast. January 19 –
Now ends March 2, 2008. All evening performances 7:30pm, afternoon
matinees 1:30pm. Ads say show is suitable for children 5 years and
up. The theatre is located on 99th Street and Shocter Alley (just
up from Jasper Avenue). There is a parking garage right underneath
the theatre. www.citadeltheatre.com.
Also playing: Macbeth at the MacLab Theatre, February 9 through March 2.
City Arts Center
Winter is often a time when we vow to improve ourselves. You can
practice yoga, study pottery, learn how to foxtrot, explore Thai
cooking, make wire jewelery, and sample all kinds of visual art
skills at the City Arts Centre. This wonderful city-run institution,
on 83rd Avenue and 109th Street, offers all kinds of courses (for
both adults and children) - some once-a-week for three months, others
for just a few hours on one day. Check it out online www.edmonton.ca
(click on attractions) or just call 496-6955 and they will send
you a list of the course offerings right to your house! www.edmonton.ca
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra - Winspear
In February see Big Band, Jazz, Broadway as well as classic symphony
concerts. www.winspearcentre.com
Ski & Snowboard Resorts
You'll stop complaining about the cold if you take advantage of the ski/snowboard resorts right
here in Edmonton!! Did you realize that there are three resorts in the city and another just
outside? All offer learn-to-ski (or snowboard) packages if you have never hit the slopes before, and
they have cheap lift tickets if you go the last two hours of the day. Check them out online:
Edmonton Ski Club (near the Muttart Conservatory) at edmontonskiclub.com Sunridge (in the
Strathcona Science Park, near 17th Street and the Yellowhead) at
sunridgeskiarea.com Snow Valley (alongside the Whitemud at
119th Street) at snowvalley.ab.ca and Rabbit Hill (just southwest of town) at
rabbithill.com.
Mayfield Dinner Theatre
Subscriptions for 2008 are now on sale! You'll enjoy five superb
buffets and shows, at a price you're sure to applaud. Ask about
their 2-year subscription for guaranteed savings! Currently playing
until February 17 ... "Peace, Love and Rock N Roll". Starting February
22, "The Kitchen Witches". mayfieldtheatre.ca
Musee Heritage Museum
Musee Heritage Museum presents ‘Princess Louise - a Woman of Substance’. Our province was
named after Princess Louise Alberta, daughter of Queen Victoria. She came to Canada as the wife
of the fourth Governor General in 1879. She was a defender of women's rights, an artist, a
sculptor and an ardent angler who built a fishing lodge in Cascapedia, Quebec. She never had any
children of her own but devoted her life to building schools and hospitals for children. During her
five years in Canada the Princess earned the respect and admiration of the Canadian People for her
humanitarian character and artistic talents. 5 St. Anne Street, St. Albert.
Northlands Agricom
Northlands Agricom is located at 116 Avenue & 73 Street. There
are several special events in February.
- February 1 to 3 - Renovation Show 2008
- February 7 to 10 - Annual RV Show & Sale
- February 28 to March 2 – Edmonton 2008 Motorshow
northlands.com
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