Around Town - January 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  December 2007

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

Citadel Theatre

The Citadel Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast. January 19 – February 24. All evening performances 7:30pm, afternoon matinees 1:30pm. 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

City Arts Center

January 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

Esso Symphony for Kids - Winspear

Esso Symphony for Kids presents Winter Solice – A Rocky Mountain Fairy Tale. January 19 at 2pm. Winspear Centre (#4 Sir Winston Churchill Square). www.winspearcentre.com

Ice on Whyte

An outdoor festival that will showcase Family Fun and an Ice Sculpting Competition! Join in all the festivities, games and entertainment! January 17-27. Admission by cash donation. Old Strathcona (85 Avenue & 104th Street). iceonwhyte.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! 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 January.

•  January 11 – 13th - Edmonton Motorcycle Show 2008
•  January 20 – Bridal Fantasy 2008
•  January 26 – 27 – Pet Expo 2008

Shaw Conference Centre

Plan your entire wedding in one day in one place! Edmonton Bridal Fair 2008 will be held Sunday, January 13th at the Shaw Conference Centre. The exhibition is open from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm and will include unique fashion shows, food, fun and prizes. Tickets are $15 at all Bay and Home Outfitters' locations.
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