Arts Directory 2018 / 2019

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ARTS

DIRECTORY 2018 . 2019

Published by the Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing and enhancing the arts in our community

Studio Access, Art Classes & Workshops, Facility Bookings, The Gallery at Casa

Studio Access

Casa is home to fully equipped studios for textile, printmaking, woodworking, clay, sculpture, dance and 2D art.

Affordable studio access is available to artists for working in their discipline. Daily, monthly and yearly passes are available.

Art Classes & Workshops

Casa’s educational programs encourage children, youth and adults to explore the arts. Clay, painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, wood working, creative writing, fibre arts and dance are just some of the disciplines represented. Hands-on opportunities help students reach their creative potential.

Facility Bookings

Space can be booked for classes, workshops, performances, lectures, film screenings, meetings and a variety of special events.

THE GALLERY at Casa

CasaLethbridge

The Gallery at Casa exhibits the work of local, regional and provincial artists in a variety of fine art and fine craft disciplines. New exhibitions occur every six weeks. The Gallery at Casa is always free to visit.

@CasaLethbridge

230 - 8 Street S outh

403.327.2272

w w w.casalethbridge.ca

ARTS DIRECTORY

Welcome to the Allied Arts Council 2018/2019 Arts Directory!

HOW TO USE THE DIRECTORY

ABOUT THE ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL (AAC)

There are two ways to search the directory

The Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge provides leadership in advancing and enhancing the arts in Lethbridge.

Index

We work to promote the arts to the larger community, improve arts facilities in Lethbridge, provide collaborative opportunities for artists and advocate for the arts.

If you are looking for artists or organizations in a specific category, see pages 2-6 for an index of disciplines and their corresponding artists and organizations.

Alphabetically If you are looking for a specific name, the directory is organized alphabetically; just flip through until you find the correct letter.

Artists are listed by their last names first.

To learn more about us, our members and arts events visit www.artslethbridge.org Or stop by our office in downtown Lethbridge: 318 7 Street South T1J 2G2 Ph: 403.320.0555 F: 403.320.2450 E: info@artslethbridge.org

You’ll also notice symbols next to each artist/organization.

These indicate which discipline(s) applies to that artist/organization.

A legend is available at the bottom of each page.

PUBLIC ART MAP SAVE THE DATE

Take a self-guided tour of Lethbridge public art!

Pages 19 - 21

Arts events happen daily in Lethbridge. Here’s a list of some major events happening within the next year. Page 40. For more information, please visit the online calendar at artslethbridge.org.

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A ARCHITECTURE FWBA ARCHITECTS...................................................................................13 SAVILL GROUP ARCHITECTURE LTD ......................................................34 SONGER ARCHITECTURE INC.................................................................35

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ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC).....................................8 BUCHANAN, TOM A. ...............................................................................10 CASA ..........................................................................................................10 CLASSIQUE DANCEWEAR........................................................................11 CÔTÉ, MICHELLE ......................................................................................11 DYCK, ERIC ................................................................................................12 HILLCREST NATURALS..............................................................................16 JERRY ARNOLD GALLERY.........................................................................17 L.A. BEAT ....................................................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE ARTISTS CLUB ...................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE LIVING ................................................................................23 LETHBRIDGE REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION .........26 MATHER-COCKS, KARLA .........................................................................28 MCGILL BLVD. MUSIC & ARTS SCHOOL ................................................28 POSITIVE CULTURE COMPANY ...............................................................32 REHABILITATION SOCIETY OF SOUTHWESTERN ALBERTA ..............33 SONIC MULTIMEDIA ................................................................................35 THE STUDIO ..............................................................................................36 VISUAL ARTS ALBERTA ASSOCIATION ..................................................39 WARWICK PRINTING ................................................................................39

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AFA TRAVELLING EXHIBITION PROGRAM (TREX) ..................................8 ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 CASA ..........................................................................................................10 THE GALLERY AT CASA............................................................................13 GALT MUSEUM & ARCHIVES....................................................................13 GEM OF THE WEST...................................................................................14 HELEN SCHULER NATURE CENTRE........................................................15 LETHBRIDGE PRIDE FEST SOCIETY .......................................................24 LETHBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY.................................................................24 LETHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION................................26 NIKKA YUKO JAPANESE GARDEN .........................................................30 SOUTHERN ALBERTA ART GALLERY .....................................................36 ULETHBRIDGE ART GALLERY ..................................................................38 ULETHBRIDGE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC .........................................38 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38

D DANCE & MOVEMENT ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 CARIBRIDGE...............................................................................................10 CASA ..........................................................................................................10 HEATHERINGTON, SHEA.........................................................................15 LCI ARTS ACADEMY..................................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE CHINESE MANIE OPERA SOCIETY..................................22 LETHBRIDGE SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB ..............................26 LETHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION ...............................26 LETHBRIDGE SOCIETY OF INDEPENDENT DANCE ARTISTS ............27 LINT, CLAIRE ..............................................................................................27 MI COLOMBIA LINDA...............................................................................28 PILSNER, RONNIE......................................................................................31 POP UP YOGA LETHBRIDGE ...................................................................32 REVOLUTION WORLD DANCE AND MOVEMENT STUDIO.................33 SAMSON, CHRISTINA ..............................................................................33

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ARTS DIRECTORY ST. PATRICK FINE ARTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ..................................36 TAI CHI & CO .............................................................................................37 TROYANDA UKRAINIAN DANCE CLUB .................................................38 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS.................................................38 ULETHBRIDGE SPORT & RECREATION SERVICES ...............................38

JERRY ARNOLD GALLERY ........................................................................17 LETHBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY ................................................................24 PENNY COFFEE HOUSE ..........................................................................31 SOUTHERN ALBERTA ART GALLERY .....................................................36 THE STUDIO ..............................................................................................36 TRIANON GALLERY ..................................................................................37 ULETHBRIDGE ART GALLERY ..................................................................38 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38

F FESTIVAL ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 ARTS DAYS ...................................................................................................9 CARIBRIDGE...............................................................................................10 CENTRIC MUSICFEST................................................................................10 CHRISTMAS AT CASA ..............................................................................11 LETHBRIDGE CENTENNIAL QUILTERS GUILD.......................................22 LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT MUSIC & SPEECH ARTS FESTIVAL .............23 LETHBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ....................................23 LETHBRIDGE JAZZ SOCIETY ...................................................................23 LETHBRIDGE PRIDE FEST SOCIETY .......................................................24 LETHBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY ................................................................24 LETHBRIDGE REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION .........26 PLAYGOERS OF LETHBRIDGE .................................................................31 SOAR EMERGING ARTIST FESTIVAL ......................................................34 SOUTH COUNTRY FAIR ............................................................................36

L LITERARY ARTS ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 BERING, IVAN ..............................................................................................9 BUTLER, PAUL ............................................................................................10 CROWSON, BELINDA ..............................................................................11 FAWNS, MERCEDES..................................................................................13 GODIN, JEFF .............................................................................................14 GREENWOOD, BLAINE.............................................................................15 GSCHAID, WARREN .................................................................................15 L.A. BEAT ....................................................................................................18 LEIGH, GORDON ......................................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE LIVING ................................................................................23 LETHBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY ................................................................24 NESCH, THORSTEN ..................................................................................30 RICHARDS, LINDA ....................................................................................33 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38

G GALLERIES AFA TRAVELLING EXHIBITION PROGRAM (TREX) ..................................8 ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 ANGRY MONKEY TATTOO & GALLERY....................................................8 THE GALLERY AT CASA ...........................................................................13 GALT MUSEUM & ARCHIVES ...................................................................13 GEM OF THE WEST...................................................................................14 THE GEOMATIC ATTIC .............................................................................14 HELEN SCHULER NATURE CENTRE .......................................................15

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CARIBRIDGE...............................................................................................10 CASA ..........................................................................................................10 CENTRIC MUSICFEST................................................................................10 THE EMPRESS THEATRE ..........................................................................12 FAWNS, MERCEDES..................................................................................13 THE GEOMATIC ATTIC .............................................................................14 GODIN, JEFF .............................................................................................14 HIBIKIYA .....................................................................................................16 IT’S ABOUT MUSIC SOCIETY ..................................................................16 KAVANAGH AND HEPHER........................................................................17 LCI ARTS ACADEMY..................................................................................18 LEGG, ANDREW.........................................................................................18 LEIGH, GORDON ......................................................................................18 LEITE, DAWN .............................................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE BIG BAND ..........................................................................22 LETHBRIDGE CHINESE MANIE OPERA SOCIETY .................................22 LETHBRIDGE COMMUNITY BAND SOCIETY ........................................22 LETHBRIDGE COMMUNITY TAIKO ASSOCIATION ..............................22 LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT MUSIC & SPEECH ARTS FESTIVAL..............23 LETHBRIDGE FOLK CLUB ........................................................................23 LETHBRIDGE JAZZ SOCIETY ...................................................................23 LETHBRIDGE MUSICAL THEATRE ...........................................................24 LETHBRIDGE REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION .........26 LETHBRIDGE SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB ..............................26 LETHBRIDGE SYMPHONY .......................................................................27 LONG & MCQUADE..................................................................................27 MCGILL BLVD. MUSIC & ARTS SCHOOL ................................................28 MCTROWE, MARY-ANNE .........................................................................28 PRIMACHUK, ROSE ...................................................................................32 ROMANCHUK, KAREN .............................................................................33 SOUTH COUNTRY FAIR ............................................................................36 SOUTHERN ACCORD CHORUS ..............................................................36 ST. PATRICK FINE ARTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ..................................36 SULLIVAN, NICK ........................................................................................36 THAINE, GABRIEL......................................................................................37 ULETHBRIDGE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC .........................................38

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ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38 VOX MUSICA CHORAL SOCIETY ............................................................39

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ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 THE EMPRESS THEATRE ..........................................................................12 HOEKSTRA, DERRICK................................................................................16 LETHBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ....................................23 LETHBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY ................................................................24 NESCH, THORSTEN ..................................................................................30 OUELLET, PIERRE-ANDRE.........................................................................30 SONIC MULTIMEDIA ................................................................................35 SOS FILM COLLECTIVE ............................................................................35 SOUTHERN ALBERTA ART GALLERY .....................................................36 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38 ZASADNY, DIANA .....................................................................................39

P PHOTOGRAPHY ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 BUCHANAN, TOM A. ...............................................................................10 DWORNIK, G. WAYNE ..............................................................................12 GODIN, JEFF .............................................................................................14 KOLLÉE, JEANNE .....................................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB .....................................................24 OUELLET, PIERRE-ANDRE.........................................................................30 POLO, PATRICIA ........................................................................................31 THAINE, GABRIEL......................................................................................37 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38 ZASADNY, DIANA .....................................................................................39

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BROWNLEE, KAREN ...................................................................................9 CARIBRIDGE...............................................................................................10 CASA ..........................................................................................................10 CHINOOK WOODTURNING GUILD .......................................................10 CLOUTIER, MIREILLE ................................................................................11 COOPER, MARCELLA ...............................................................................11 CÔTÉ, MICHELLE ......................................................................................11 DAVIS, KIMBERLEE.....................................................................................11 DELANEY, DENNIS.....................................................................................12 DELVER, MARNEY .....................................................................................12 DODIC, AMY ..............................................................................................12 DOODY, TANYA .........................................................................................12 DUNN, BRAD..............................................................................................12 DWORNIK, G. WAYNE ..............................................................................12 DYCK, ERIC ................................................................................................12 FISHER, JOHN ...........................................................................................13 FORD, MERRI-ANN ...................................................................................13

ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 CASA ..........................................................................................................10 THE EMPRESS THEATRE ..........................................................................12 GODIN, JEFF .............................................................................................14 HEATHERINGTON, SHEA.........................................................................15 LCI ARTS ACADEMY..................................................................................18 LEGG, ANDREW.........................................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT MUSIC & SPEECH ARTS FESTIVAL .............23 LETHBRIDGE MUSICAL THEATRE ...........................................................24 LETHBRIDGE SHAKESPEARE PERFORMANCE SOCIETY ....................26 MUELLER, PETER .......................................................................................28 NEW WEST THEATRE ...............................................................................30 PLAYGOERS OF LETHBRIDGE .................................................................31 RICHARDS, LINDA ....................................................................................33 SAMSON, CHRISTINA ..............................................................................33 SKINNER, BAZ............................................................................................34 ST. PATRICK FINE ARTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ..................................36 THEATRE OUTRÉ.......................................................................................37 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38

GALLANT, DONNA ...................................................................................13 GILLIS, RICK ...............................................................................................14 GINN, ELIZABETH M. ...............................................................................14 GOODMAN, BARB ...................................................................................14 GRAY, LORIE ..............................................................................................14 GREEN, OLIVE ...........................................................................................14 HAGAN, AARON .......................................................................................15 HAMPTON, BILL ........................................................................................15 HARRISON, ELAINE ..................................................................................15 HAYWARD, SHAUNA ................................................................................15 HELEN SCHULER NATURE CENTRE .......................................................15 HENRIE, PAUL ............................................................................................15 HOEKSTRA, DERRICK................................................................................16 HUTTON, FRAN ........................................................................................16 H’WOOD, ANGELA ..................................................................................16 IINNII ...........................................................................................................16 JERRY ARNOLD GALLERY ........................................................................17 JOHNSON, BARB.......................................................................................17 JURISICH, ROSE.........................................................................................17

V VISUAL ARTS 2 & 3 DIMENSIONAL ADACHI, ROY ..............................................................................................8 AFA TRAVELLING EXHIBITION PROGRAM (TREX) ..................................8 ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) ....................................8 ALLRED, CASSANDRA.................................................................................8 ALVAREZ, ALEJANDRO...............................................................................8 ANDRONOWICH, IRIS ................................................................................8 ANGRY MONKEY TATTOO & GALLERY ...................................................8 BERING, IVAN ..............................................................................................9 BREWSTER, NATALIE ..................................................................................9 BROWN, CASSANDRA................................................................................9 BROWN, RON .............................................................................................9

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KOLLÉE, JEANNE .....................................................................................18 LARSON, CONNIE ....................................................................................18 LCI ARTS ACADEMY..................................................................................18 LEGG, ANDREW.........................................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE ARTISTS CLUB ...................................................................18 LETHBRIDGE CENTENNIAL QUILTERS GUILD ......................................22 LETHBRIDGE HANDICRAFT GUILD ........................................................23 LETHBRIDGE MODERN QUILT GUILD ...................................................24 LETHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION ...............................26 LETHBRIDGE SOCIETY OF GLASS ARTISANS .......................................26 LUYKENAAR, VINCENT.............................................................................27 MACKINNON, GLEN ................................................................................27 MAK, KARINA ............................................................................................27 MARCOTTE, JESSICA................................................................................27 MARKUS, ASHLEY......................................................................................28 MATHER-COCKS, KARLA .........................................................................28 MATISZ, APRIL............................................................................................28 MCTROWE, MARY-ANNE .........................................................................28 MORRISON, KAY .......................................................................................28 MUNRO, JIM ..............................................................................................30 OLDMAN RIVER POTTERS GUILD ..........................................................30 ORR, KEVIN.................................................................................................30 OUELLET, PIERRE-ANDRE.........................................................................30 PAHARA, RENEE .......................................................................................31 PALMARCHUK, TAMMI .............................................................................31 PAVLENKO, ALEX ......................................................................................31

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POLO, PATRICIA ........................................................................................31 RABYNIUK, ANDREW ...............................................................................32 RAKOS, DEB ..............................................................................................32 RANDELL, IAN ...........................................................................................32 REEVES, DEAN TATAM .............................................................................32 REHABILITATION SOCIETY OF SOUTHWESTERN ALBERTA ..............33 RICHARDS, LINDA ....................................................................................33 RIEDMUELLER, NICOLE ...........................................................................33 ROBINSON, JESSICA ................................................................................33 RUSSELL, GAYLE .......................................................................................33 SCHWARZ, KATHY ....................................................................................34 SENDA, JANE.............................................................................................34 SHEPPARD, JEAN ......................................................................................34 SIMMERS, SHARON ..................................................................................34 SLATER, STEVEN .......................................................................................34 SOUTHERN ALBERTA ART GALLERY .....................................................36 ST. PATRICK FINE ARTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ..................................36 TEXTILE SURFACE DESIGN GUILD .........................................................37 TRAP\DOOR ..............................................................................................37 ULETHBRIDGE ART GALLERY...................................................................38 ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS ................................................38 VERVLOET, ALEXANDRIA .........................................................................38 VISUAL ARTS ALBERTA ASSOCIATION ..................................................39 ZASADNY, DIANA .....................................................................................39

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ADACHI, ROY V Watercolour painter.

403.327.7684 kunirev@telus.net AFA TRAVELLING EXHIBITION PROGRAM (TREX) CC G V The AFA supports a provincial travelling exhibition program that strives to ensure every Albertan is provided with an opportunity to enjoy fully developed exhibitions in schools, libraries, health care centres and small rural institutions.

Xanthe Isbister, Program Manager and Curator 403.502.8586 401 1 St SE Medicine Hat xanisb@medicinehat.ca www.trexprogramsoutheast.ca www.esplanade.ca ALEXIES R. REGIER MEMORIAL PIPES AND DRUMS SOCIETY M Serving the southern Alberta area, a local pipe band specializing in parades and special events. arrmpipeband@gmail.com ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGE (AAC) AS CC D F NM M G L V P T Non-profit, member-based organization providing leadership in advancing and enhancing the arts in Lethbridge and area through the production of several publications, the coordination of a number of events, the dissemination of information, community advocacy and advice on arts related issues.

403.320.0555 318 7 St S info@artslethbridge.org www.artslethbridge.org ALLRED, CASSANDRA V Southern Alberta painter of prairie landscapes. Inspired by connection to place.

403.394.9117 cantwait2paint@gmail.com ALVAREZ, ALEJANDRO V Prolific artist creating abstracts, human figure and graffiti pieces from small canvases to large murals. Available for commissions and exhibitions.

306.241.7317 fk.artists@gmail.com www.facebook.com/FKArts ANDRONOWICH, IRIS V Pastel, watercolour and acrylic painter.

403.328.6747 iandro@shaw.ca ANGRY MONKEY TATTOO & GALLERY V G Artist owned and operated, focusing on custom tattoo designs and specializing in imagination. The gallery features up and coming artists and original pieces.

403.380.6222 info@angrymonkeytattoo.com www.angrymonkeytattoo.com

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ARTS DIRECTORY ARTS DAYS F Lethbridge’s Arts Days occur in the fall of each year in cooperation with Alberta Arts Days and National Culture Days. The event is coordinated by the Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge and takes place throughout the city. Activities include events such as Art Walk, buskers, an artisan market, art activities, live music and Family Affair on the Square.

2018 Dates: September 22 – 30 2019 Deadline: June 1 Muffy McKay, Projects and Member Services Manager 403.320.0555 projects@artslethbridge.org www.artsdayslethbridge.org BELLOWS TO BRASS M Highlights the versatility of the accordion complimented by various other instruments, notably the trombone, trumpet and cello.

403.320.1693 twolemire@gmail.com BERING, IVAN L V Acrylic painter specializing in scenic landscapes; in addition, a published author with 3 novels on the market. All novels are available as paperback or e-books.

See website for details.

403.329.8580 i.bering@shaw.ca www.beringart.net BRADFIELD, BRYAN M Instrumentalist. Dobro and lap steel guitar. Various styles.

403.327.7173 jbbradfield@shaw.ca BREWSTER, NATALIE V Working in clay for 20 years, producing mainly functional pottery. Also, teaches adult pottery wheel classes at Casa.

403.942.4900 nattbrewster@gmail.com BROWN, CASSANDRA V Painter and illustrator, especially interested in folklore, fairytales and myth. Inspired by the Canadian landscape and local flora and fauna.

Works primarily with acrylic and resin, or digitally.

587.220.1332 cassandra@cassolstudio.com www.cassandraevebrown.com BROWN, RON V Artist specializing in watercolor and acrylic with emphasis on equine and western themes.

403.380.3262 wiseguys403@yahoo.ca BROWNLEE, KAREN V Published, professional fine artist and illustrator. Presenter, delivering customized individual speeches and roundtable or panel presentations. 30 years experience. BA ASA karen@karenbrownlee.com www.karenbrownlee.com

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BUCHANAN, TOM A. P AS Fine art photographer; portrait, landscape, event. Photographic and artist services, teaching photo techniques.

403.634.8801 tombuch@tombuchananphoto.com www.tombuchananphoto.com BUSKERS ASSOCIATION OF LETHBRIDGE M Busking is a time-honored form of artistic expression. The Buskers Association of Lethbridge provides a supportive organization for Lethbridge and region buskers.

Bryan Bradfield 403.327.7173 buskersassociation@hotmail.com BUTLER, PAUL L Author of 9 novels including the most recent novel, The Widow’s Fire, which is an exploration of the shadow side of Jane Austen’s final novel, Persuasion.

Teaches online and live creative writing workshops and administers an annual award, The Instant Hook Writing contest.

403.915.7685 paul.butler@nl.rogers.com www.paulbutlernovelist.wordpress.com CARIBRIDGE D F M V CariBridge strives to share Caribbean culture through music, art, food and dance. CariBridge is the proud host of the annual Caribbean Carnival.

403.394.6115 callmyke@gmail.com www.facebook.com/CarnivalYQL CASA AS D G M T V Lethbridge’s home for the arts. Casa is a community art centre that provides studio space for artists as well as rentable spaces for dance, theatre, music, community events and meetings. Offers arts learning opportunities for children, adults, home-schooled children and special needs adults in a variety of arts disciplines. CasaWorks has showcases in the foyer selling local, original art and fine craft wares. Casa is home to The Gallery at Casa.

403.327.2272 230 8 St S casa@artslethbridge.org www.casalethbridge.ca CENTRIC MUSICFEST F M Lethbridge and area’s summer classical music festival. The festival showcases professional as well as up and coming local, Canadian and international musicians in an intimate and accessible concert setting.

Ryan Kolodziej 514.476.4290 centric.festival@gmail.com www.facebook.com/centricmusicfest CHINOOK WOODTURNING GUILD V Provides opportunities for skill enhancement. Promotes friendship, support and an exchange of knowledge. The Guild has secured the required equipment to fulfill the organization’s goals and keeps pace with the constantly evolving world of woodturning. Invites nationally and internationally recognized wood turners for demonstrations and workshops.

Dan Michener 403.331.9177 michenerdan@gmail.com www.chinookwoodturning.org

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ARTS DIRECTORY CHRISTMAS AT CASA F The premiere holiday art and craft market in Lethbridge. Held in conjunction with the Downtown BRZ Bright Lights Festival, this artisan market brings a wide selection of hand-made, artisanal goods and art to the community. Over 5,000 attendees visit throughout the two days.

Admission is free.

2018 Dates: November 16 & 17 Submission date 2019: June 1 Muffy McKay, Project and Member Services Manager 403.320.0555 projects@artslethbridge.org www.artslethbridge.org CLASSIQUE DANCEWEAR AS Serving southern Alberta for over 40 years. Provides dance clothing and footwear for all forms of dance including ballet, tap, ballroom, ethnic, hip-hop, jazz and lyrical. Apparel and accessories include skating dresses, yoga wear, workout clothing, sequins, rhinestones, giftware and much more.

403.329.8778 322 7 St S dancers@telus.net www.classiquedancewear.com CLOUTIER, MIREILLE V Encaustic artwork and workshops.

403.329.6414 micloutier@hotmail.com

www.3mimiarts.com

COOPER, MARCELLA V Artist and 2D painter for 40 years. Works with soft and oil pastels using flowers and landscape images as inspiration. BFA 403.327.2805 CÔTÉ, MICHELLE AS V Graphic designer and visual artist. Print and digital media design, acrylic painting and mixed media.

403.332.1299 michelle@violetdevine.com www.violetdevine.com CROWSON, BELINDA L Historian and author with a focus on local history. Articles can be found in numerous local magazines and newspapers and on various social media accounts.

Published 4 books on local history and is working on several more publications. Future projects include fiction writing and sharing the ghost stories and legends of the area.

403.381.4316 belindacrowson13@gmail.com DAVIS, KIMBERLEE V Digital painter using freehand techniques similar to traditional media. Paintings are applied using an iPad Pro, Apple Pencil and digital painting applications.

587.220.5350 k8ldavis@icloud.com www.kimberleethats.me

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DELANEY, DENNIS V Woodturning artist.

403.329.9309 dendel@telus.net DELVER, MARNEY V Ceramic artist, graduate of ACAD. Full-time artist specializing in drawing, painting and clay sculpture. Influenced by seasonal changes in the landscape: the textures, patterns, colour and contrasts. Cultivates artistic skills that honour nature and the agricultural community.

403.553.4282 delvermarney@gmail.com www.marneydelver.net DODIC, AMY V Artist specializing in painting, drawing, sculpting, portraiture, sewing, quilting and designing.

403.327.2206 amydodic@gmail.com DOODY, TANYA V Artist, designer and arts educator. Creates one-of-a-kind and custom ceramics pieces. tanyadoody@gmail.com www.tanyadoodyceramics.com DUNN, BRAD V Painter/sculptor specializing in stone sculpture and relief work.

403.331.9876 lbdunn@telus.net DWORNIK, G. WAYNE P V Background in art, graphic design, photography, documentary production and oil painting. Documentary style records landscapes, florals, wildlife, panoramas, sunsets, ‘peoplescapes,’ design and event photography.

403.381.2720 gwd4la@gmail.com www.45pictures.com DYCK, ERIC AS V Cartoonist, art educator and creator of the local comic strip, Slaughterhouse Slough. Freelance clients include Lethbridge living, Red Engine Coffee and the City of Lethbridge. Organizer/host of Lethbridge Drink & Draw which meets the last Tuesday of every month.

403.849.7321 eric@ericdyck.com www.ericdyck.com THE EMPRESS THEATRE M NM T Developing and maintaining a cultural life in Fort Macleod. Encouraging the development of the performing arts through staging and organizing musical/ theatrical productions. Preserving and continuing to restore the historic Empress Theatre.

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FAWNS, MERCEDES M L Singer, songwriter and overall words enthusiast. Born and raised in southern Alberta, you can find evidence of that experience in her writing. Currently, working on her debut album entitled, “I Grew UP Here.” Excited to collaborate with other artists across multiple genres.

403.359.1949 mercedesfawns@gmail.com mercedesfawns.wordpress.com FISHER, JOHN V Artist specializing in watercolour and oil landscape painting, wood carving (birds) and soap-stone carving.

403.380.3680 johnbarb@telusplanet.net FORD, MERRI-ANN V Watercolour painter.

403.320.5975 fordmerr@telus.net

FWBA ARCHITECTS A FWBA Architects, founded in 1928, is the oldest continuing architectural practice in Western Canada. This firm has always endeavored to go beyond the expectations of clients by not only meeting their needs and their budget, but by creating beautiful and exciting spaces. A firm of professionals absolutely dedicated to ensuring clients receive the best possible service in Architecture, Interior Design and Planning, Continuity of Expertise, as well as a solid reputation for creating successful, innovative and dynamic design, contributes to their longevity. We believe that well designed buildings not only serve specific functions, but also lift the spirit of the community.

Christopher Babits, Cheryl Dyck 403.327.3113 915 15 St S cjb@fwbarch.com www.fwbarch.com GALLANT, DONNA V Artist specializing in multi-media, painting, drawing, printmaking and digital media.

403.328.0536 donnaartistca@yahoo.ca www.allaboutdonnaartist.com THE GALLERY AT CASA CC G Forum for both artists and the public to gather and engage with art. Focused primarily on local artists, The Gallery is committed to exhibiting representative examples of work being produced in our community, from the traditional to the experimental. Spaces include the Main Gallery, Passage Gallery, Digital Gallery, Concourse Gallery and Showcases. Hosts openings every 6 weeks. Annual call for submissions is released in the fall.

Darcy Logan, Curator & Manager of Gallery Services 403.327.2272 230 8 St S casa@artslethbridge.org www.casalethbridge.ca GALT MUSEUM & ARCHIVES CC G Stories of southwestern Alberta unfold at the Galt with interactive, permanent and special exhibits in the Discovery Hall and community-based exhibits in main and lower level spaces. The stunning Viewing Gallery, available for facility rentals, is adjacent to the Museum Store. Outdoor patio and gardens connect to the Oldman River valley walking trails. Access to Archives and collections research facilities, featuring works by Lethbridge Sketch Club members and Blackfoot artists Two Gun and Gerald Tailfeathers, is free. Hands-on adult workshops and other programs are included in admission; open daily and until 9pm Thursdays.

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GEM OF THE WEST MUSEUM CC G The Museum includes the Scotiabank Art Gallery, featuring a collection of works by over 50 local artists and hosts a variety of concerts and events, including arts based programming, through the Arts & Culture Committee.

403.345.1300 ext. 1223 gem@coaldale.ca www.gemofthewest.ca THE GEOMATIC ATTIC G M The Geomatic Attic is both a live music venue and live music promoter. In addition, it is an art gallery, yoga studio and advocate for positive community initiatives, both cultural and social. Hosts Wide Skies Music and Art Festival in the summer.

Mike Spencer 403.380.0283 geoattic@mikesgeo.ca www.geomaticattic.ca GILLIS, RICK V Visual artist working in acrylics, multi-media and assemblage. Also, involved in performance art through the performance group M.E.D.I.U.M. Studio is located in the McNally Artist Studios, south of Lethbridge.

403.320.9704 rrgillis@telusplanet.net www.rickgillisartist.com GINN, ELIZABETH M. V Visual artist, painter, art therapist, art educator that specializes in flora and fauna. Can be booked to facilitate workshops on the creative process.

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403.715.2287 engine@hotmail.ca GODIN, JEFF L M P T Local poet, actor, singer, songwriter and photographer.

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GOODMAN, BARB V Portrait, figurative and still life oil painter.

403.327.4031 barb.goodman@shaw.ca GRAY, LORIE V Local artist specializing in murals, portraits (animal, people, etc.) and pastel painting. Also, has a variety of printed cards and hand-painted peg dolls.

403.381.9145 lorieellgray@hotmail.com GREEN, OLIVE V Watercolour and acrylic artist.

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ARTS DIRECTORY GREENWOOD, BLAINE L Writer; poet; event planner; poetry show DJ; slam poetry judge; editor and consultant for manuscripts; workshop planner and presenter.

403.394.0999 blaine.greenwood@gmail.com blainegreenwoodpoet.wordpress.com GSCHAID, WARREN L Observations of the family, social relations and culture inform short stories, plays and novels.

403.393.4487 kingwarren14@yahoo.ca HAGAN, AARON V Acrylic painter focusing on colourful abstraction. Pottery teacher and ceramics technician at Casa.

403.894.7417 thesurfhack@gmail.com www.aaronhagan.blogspot.com HAMPTON, BILL V Fused glass pendants, plates, bowls, lamps and other glass items created in a glass kiln. Visit his home studio in Picture Butte.

403.732.5004 billhampton@shaw.ca www.glassartbybillhampton.com HARRISON, ELAINE V One-of-a-kind pottery; including wheel functional ware and hand-built decorative pieces.

403.327.0169 claygal@shaw.ca HAYWARD, SHAUNA V Mad Fish Glass Beads, handcrafted art glass beads and jewellery.

403.381.1985 madfish40@gmail.com www.madfish40.etsy.com HEATHERINGTON, SHEA D T Theatre artist, dancer and event coordinator. Focusing on movement, acting and directing in Calgary and across Alberta. A passion for activism and community building.

403.741.8325 sheaheatherinton2@gmail.com HELEN SCHULER NATURE CENTRE CC G V Discover it here! At the Helen Schuler Nature Centre! Nature inspired exhibits, events and presentations are featured year round. The Community Art Gallery hosts the works of local artists, as well as travelling exhibitions. Stunning views of the High Level Bridge can be seen from the roof-top gardens.

403.320.3064 hsnc@lethbridge.ca www.lethbridge.ca/Things-To-Do/Nature-Centre HENRIE, PAUL V Artist specializing in metal and wood with new and reclaimed material. All work is freehand and one-of-a-kind.

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HIBIKIYA M Entertaining audiences with authentic Japanese Taiko for many years. A dynamic, high energy group known for their unique choreography and exciting music.

Currently supported by the Southern Alberta Taiko Society, HIBIKIYA has the cultural approval of the Japanese Consulate General of Japan in Calgary for their dedication to the active promotion and education of Taiko, the traditional art of Japanese drumming. Besides performing at many events and festivals, HIBIKIYA also offers workshops and instruction to the public.

Bryan Pereverseff 403.394.5622 bryanpereverseff@yahoo.com HILLCREST NATURALS AS Hillcrest Naturals creates skin-loving, gentle bath & body products including soaps, body and hand lotions, body soufflés, face care, bath bombs, lip balms and other body products. All are handmade using high-quality oils, butters and essential oils.

Suzanne Gomez 403.564.4598 suzanne.patricia@hotmail.com www.hillcrestnaturals.ca HOEKSTRA, DERRICK V NM A visual artist who primarily works with sculpture and video art. Also, enjoys making short films and music videos.

403.331.5527 derrickmhoekstra@gmail.com HUTTON, FRAN V Specializing in pastel portraits and southern Alberta landscapes.

403.380.4779 fhutton@telus.net www.franhutton.com H’WOOD, ANGELA V Artist specializing in the use of watercolour, oil, graphite, acrylic and any media that lends itself specifically to portraiture, landscape and still life.

403.942.7107 angelawood71937@gmail.com IINNII V Registered not-for-profit collective of contemporary Indigenous artists and curators. Endeavours to present and promote an autonomous voice for contemporary Indigenous artists and curators. Projects and programming speak to social and political issues concerning FNMI artists and the environment around us. Operates without a specific space to collaborate with other community organizations and spaces. Dedicated to forming partnerships within our community. Expanding the knowledge base of contemporary Indigenous art in Lethbridge and the surrounding area. IINNII acknowledges that we are in Blackfoot Treaty 7 territory.

Philosophically, embodies the teachings of the Buffalo. New members welcome.

Joel Cross Child 403.393.4595 joelly.norunner@uleth.ca www.facebook.com/iinniiartistruncentre IT’S ABOUT MUSIC SOCIETY M To foster the appreciation and development of various musical groups.

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ARTS DIRECTORY JERRY ARNOLD GALLERY AS G V Jerry Arnold; artist and gallery owner. The gallery has original paintings in ink, watercolour, oil and acrylic. Limited serigraph prints, bronze and Inuit carvings.

Custom framing, gallery quality framed art plus repairs canvas painting cuts and/or tears.

403.320.2341 604 3 Ave S JOHNSON, BARB V Painting scenes that take the breath away. Paintings are done in an expressionist style, allowing individuals to enjoy the painting through their own experiences.

Original paintings are acrylic on gallery canvas or birch panels.

403.703.3544 bdjdesingz@gmail.com barbjohnsondesignz.com JURISICH, ROSE V Felted clothing and accessories, including some hand-dyed items.

403.327.2729 rjurisich@shaw.ca KAVANAGH AND HEPHER M Celtic and Maritime music with D’Arcy Kavanagh and Ian Hepher. Guitars, bouzouki, bodhran, dulcimer, pennywhistles and of course, great vocal harmonies.

Available for weddings, parties, feasts and gatherings of all kinds.

403.715.6189 ilhepher@gmail.com

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KOLLÉE, JEANNE P V Visual Artist who works in oil, acrylic, watercolour and drawing. Studio is located in the McNally Artist Studios, south of Lethbridge.

403.320.9704 jeannekollee@gmail.com www.jeannekollee.com L.A. BEAT AS L L.A. Beat is the one stop source for all things entertainment related in Lethbridge; music, art, drama and museums. Check L.A. Beat for interviews with artists, musicians, actors, directors, as well as concert reviews, photos and thorough concert listings. If anyone says there is nothing to do in Lethbridge, call them a liar and send them to L.A. Beat.

Richard Amery 403.328.2262 editor@labeat.ca www.labeat.ca LARSON, CONNIE V Watercolor artist specializing in landscapes, still life and floral subjects.

403.327.6058 berbit@telus.net LCI ARTS ACADEMY D M T V LCI Arts Academy offer advance placement in the arts for secondary students in all streams; band, choir, drama, art and dance. Students graduate with a Fine Arts Certificate.

403.360.2744 Geordan.olson@lethsd.ab.ca www.lci.lethsd.ab.ca LEGG, ANDREW M T V Actor, director, musician and visual artist specializing in solo performance, comedy and theatre for young audiences.

403.929.3095 leggas@uleth.ca LEIGH, GORDON L M Writer and musician, founder of Jazzerwocky, as well as, the Lethbridge Jazz & Poetry Festival. Recording artist with the Naked Ear modern jazz group.

403.360.1099 tgordonleigh@hotmail.com LEITE, DAWN M Clarinetist, arts administrator, arts advocate; passionate and engaged in the Lethbridge performing arts community.

403.393.6859 dawnleite@gmail.com LETHBRIDGE ARTISTS CLUB AS V Artists sharing techniques, exhibiting in the community, enjoying fellowship and working to further their skills. Welcomes artists of all abilities.

Lorraine Neal, Treasurer Sue Wilkie, President 403.317.9373 swilkie02@shaw.ca www.lethbridgeartistsclub.wordpress.com

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LETHBRIDGE BIG BAND M For over 50 years, the Band has played hundreds of dances, balls, weddings, fundraisers, concerts and many civic celebrations. Provides a rich mentoring environment for young musicians and keeps Big Band and swing music alive and prospering. The Band consists of 17 musicians (16 instrumentalists and one vocalist). Please call to book the Band for your special event.

403.381.2124 nancy.walker@shaw.ca www.facebook.com/Lethbridge-Big-Band LETHBRIDGE CENTENNIAL QUILTERS GUILD V F Promotes the art of quilting through educational opportunities to members and the public. Provides members with opportunities to share their knowledge and expertise, to enhance our community by assisting those less fortunate and to make new friends who share a common interest. Bi-annual Lethbridge Festival of Quilts is June 14-15, 2019.

Judy Barnett 403.758.3042 president@lethbridgequilters.ca www.lethbridgequilters.ca LETHBRIDGE CHINESE MANIE OPERA SOCIETY D M Established 21 years ago, the Lethbridge Chinese Manie Opera Society performs Chinese traditional music and song throughout the City for various occasions, such as Canada Day. The group also performs for celebrations during Chinese New Year and Moon Festival. The society’s events have brought Lethbridge and area residents, regardless of their age, fun, enjoyment and an understanding of Chinese art and ethnicity.

Rebecca Loo 403.328.5889 beckychan133@hotmail.com LETHBRIDGE COMMUNITY BAND SOCIETY M A community-minded, amateur musicians’ organization that has provided superior concert music, performances and learning opportunities for Lethbridge and area musicians for 30 years. The Society has commissioned numerous compositions, performed several premieres and has been recorded. The ensembles have collaborated with feature performers including composer Howard Cable, the Mantini Sisters, Jens Lindermann, Allan Vizzutti, James Campbell, Jeff Nelsen and numerous other acclaimed musicians. www.lcbs.ca LETHBRIDGE COMMUNITY TAIKO ASSOCIATION M LCT is a community-based Taiko (Japanese drum) group. Supported by the Lethbridge Community Taiko Association, LCT is a not-for-profit society. The group respects their connections to Japanese Taiko tradition while welcoming the influence of Western Culture. Drummers of all musical experiences and abilities are included. Two groups have been established to meet the needs of drummers as they gain confidence and skill. Practices are held weekly, year round. The groups perform for a variety of community and private events.

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LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT MUSIC & SPEECH ARTS FESTIVAL SOCIETY F M T The Lethbridge & District Music & Speech Arts Festival will occur April 1 – 13, 2019. Registration deadline is January 31, 2019. For more information, please contact the society.

Natasha Tompkins, General Manager 403.381.6512 generalmanager@lethmsf.org www.lethmsf.org LETHBRIDGE FOLK CLUB M Provides a stage to present touring artists and a venue for new and emerging artists. Also, provides a venue for local artists to perform in an open stage atmosphere with a full stage set-up. For performers of all ages.

Morris Soenen 403.381.4449 mjscycle@shaw.ca www.lethbridgefolkclub.com LETHBRIDGE HANDICRAFT GUILD V Practices and promotes historic and contemporary weaving techniques as well as other fibre arts such as spinning, felting and knitting through in-house educational programs, mentoring and demonstrations at community festivals. Provides continuous and low cost educational opportunities to all who are interested. lhguild@yahoo.com www.lethbridgehandicraftguild.blogspot.ca LETHBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL F NM Presenting documentary and feature films from around the world for 3 decades. Each spring, in partnership with the Lethbridge Public Library, the Festival presents 6 days of internationally acclaimed films. Stimulating and often heated discussions follow each film.

Trevor Page 403.328.2854 thpage@telusplanet.net www.liffs.org

LETHBRIDGE JAZZ SOCIETY F M To promote the performance of jazz music in many forms for the benefit of Lethbridge and area audiences and musicians. Hosts the Lethbridge Jazz & Blues Festival in June of each year.

Don Robb 403.381.0443 donrobb@telus.net www.lethbridgejazz.com LETHBRIDGE LIVING MAGAZINE AS L Lethbridge Living features articles that focus on people and diversity of cultures and interests in Lethbridge and the surrounding area. Issues are published 6 times a year and reach over 90,000 readers at homes and businesses throughout southwestern Alberta.

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LETHBRIDGE MODERN QUILT GUILD V LMQG is a group of quilters who share a passion for quilting, modern quilting in particular. Aims to promote education and awareness of the craft whenever and wherever possible. Meets monthly to share work and sew together. Always welcomes newcomers and anyone interested in learning more.

Shen Boes 403.892.0485 beaniekins84@gmail.com LETHBRIDGE MUSICAL THEATRE M T Produces musical theatre productions.

Linda Bayly 403.381.6991 elbayly@shaw.ca www.lethbridgemusicaltheatre.ca LETHBRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB P Meets the third Thursday of every month from September to June at Casa. Gathers for casual meetings, workshops, field trips and seminars.

Lorelei Hoffarth contact@lethbridgephotoclub.org www.lethbridgephoto.wordpress.com LETHBRIDGE PRIDE FEST SOCIETY CC F Community-based organization providing events for the acceptance and inclusion of our diverse community. Recognizes and celebrates the history, courage and future of all Alberta’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Two-Spirited, Queer, Questioning, Inter-sexed and Allied (LGBTTQQIA) individuals and communities.

Encourages the expression of culture, art and Pride throughout all events. Events range from dances, drag performances, film screenings and a downtown-based festival with music and art.

Devon Hargreaves info@lethbridgepride.ca lethbridgepride.ca LETHBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY CC F G L NM The Lethbridge Public Library connects you to ideas at their two community gathering places, the Main Branch in the heart of downtown and The Crossings Branch in West Lethbridge Centre. As well, our Bookmobile and 24/7 accessible, virtual library connects our community. Offering print and e-Resources, speakers, forums, concerts, symposiums, art exhibits, film festivals, the Word on the Street festival in September, craft programming, handmade fairs showcasing local artisans and craftspeople, as well as public use computers and free Wi-Fi. Elisabeth Hegerat 403.380.7310 questions@lethlib.ca www.lethlib.ca

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LETHBRIDGE REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION AS F M Providing leadership in private music education by encouraging and offering the highest calibre of music instruction possible while promoting high standards of music in our community. Currently, the LRMTA has 27 members from Lethbridge and the surrounding area who give lessons in piano, theory, pedagogy, compositions, strings, voice, woodwinds, organ, trombone, tuba, euphonium and ear training. The branch presents a number of student recitals each year and organizes workshops and master classes for students and teachers in the community. Awards $1,500 annually for first-class honours marks in practical and theory exams. Monthly meetings.

Christine Rogers 403.327.2073 c4rogers@telus.net www.lrmta.com LETHBRIDGE SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB D M Promotes Scottish dancing through social dance classes and with a demonstration dance group that performs at functions. Hosts a Dance and Music Workshop (odd years) and a Beginners’ Dance Workshop (even years).

403.327.1271 vaughancoupland@gmail.com www.lethbridgescottishcountrydance.org LETHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION CC D V LSCO encourages individuals 35 years and over to maintain active lifestyles by providing a wide variety of programs and services. Creative Arts are a vital part of this active centre including dance, watercolour painting, drawing, lapidary, woodworking and ceramics. From Zumba to Spanish classes, LSCO has something for everyone.

Shawn Hamilton 403.320.2222 ext. 26 shamilton@lethseniors.com www.lethseniors.com LETHBRIDGE SHAKESPEARE PERFORMANCE SOCIETY T Lethbridge Shakespeare Performance Society was formed in 2012. High-quality Shakespeare in the Park performances are produced each summer in Galt Gardens with a cast and crew drawn from the University and the local community. No tickets required; plays are free and suitable for all ages. Donations are welcomed and a collection is taken at the end of each performance.

Kate Connolly 403.329.4568 kate.connolly@alumni.uleth.ca www.lethbridgeshakespeare.com LETHBRIDGE SOCIETY OF GLASS ARTISANS V Promotes glass work of all types including fused glass, sandblasted glass, stained glass, lampworking and mosaics. Provides a forum for local glass artisans in southern Alberta at all skill levels to work together to enhance, improve and promote glass work. This is accomplished through workshops, seminars, literature and field trips. LSGA provides a studio space and equipment for all local artisans to use.

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Claire Lint 403.332.2058 class@lsida.ca www.lsida.ca LETHBRIDGE SYMPHONY M For almost 6 decades, the Lethbridge Symphony has provided southern Alberta with memorable musical experiences for audiences of all ages. The Symphony produces over a dozen performances every year, ranging from familiar orchestral works to pops, opera to holiday favourites, as well as chamber music and our ever-popular youth programs, Kids Choir and Feel the Beat.

403.328.6808 hello@lethbridgesymphony.org www.lethbridgesymphony.org LINT, CLAIRE D Choreographer, instructor, dance artist, model.

403.332.2058 clairemlint@hotmail.com LONG & MCQUADE M Serving Canada since 1956, Long & McQuade is the largest musical instrument retailer in the country. Sales - Rental - Repair - In-Store Financing - 30 Day Price Guarantee - Music Lessons.

587.787.1481 lwilliams-freeman@long-mcquade.com www.long-mcquade.com LUYKENAAR, VINCENT V Painter.

403.345.2510 vincentluykenaar@shaw.ca MACKINNON, GLEN V Sculptor, printmaker, props builder for film and theatre. Media includes relief printmaking, constructed sculpture and drawing.

403.359.1934 gmacaroni@gmail.com MAK, KARINA V Specializing in drawing and painting portraits, animals, flowers and landscapes utilizing Chinese brush painting in graphite, pen & ink, acrylics, pastels, oils and watercolours. Commissions welcome.

403.329.8582 mak.karina@gmail.com www.lethbridgeartistsclub.wordpress.com/artists-gallery-new/karina-mak MARCOTTE, JESSICA V Visual artist. Acrylic painting and mixed media.

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MARKUS, ASHLEY V Hand-dyed and handspun artisan yarns. Spinning demonstrations. Knitting, crochet, felting and weaving.

403.942.1225 woolpainter@gmail.com www.thewoolpainter.etsy.com MATHER-COCKS, KARLA AS V Multifunctional artist. Member of ewes+mies (collective) and Creative Director at mo.go.po.mo. Spinner, weaver, designer.

403.715.1838 kmathercocks@hotmail.ca www.facebook.com/mogopomo MATISZ, APRIL V Visual artist working in a range of media, particularly painting, drawing and printmaking. Contact for tea and a studio visit.

403.795.8872 april.matisz@gmail.com www.aprilmatisz.net MCGILL BLVD. MUSIC & ARTS SCHOOL AS M A community based, non-profit organization dedicated to music education and the promotion of creative and performing arts for people of all ages in and around Lethbridge. Individual or group lessons in a variety instruments and art forms are provided by certified teachers that strengthen the lives of students through the power of music and arts.

Martha Laarman 403.308.0339 mcgillmusicandarts@gmail.com www.mcgillmusicandarts.com MCTROWE, MARY-ANNE M V Conceptual artist covering a range of media, from crochet to drawing, photography to sculpture, painting to sewing and musical performance.

403.328.3701 mctrmt@yahoo.com www.thephonorealistes.com MI COLOMBIA LINDA D Formed by friends and family members who share a passion for Colombian dances, traditions and costumes, with a goal to share Colombian culture with the community and future generations.

Liliana Garcia 403.715.5442 micolombialinda.mcl@gmail.com www.facebook.com/micolombialindadancegroup MORRISON, KAY V An avid, life-long participant, contributor and supporter of many forms of arts and crafts. Certified instructor who derives enjoyment and personal satisfaction from teaching others the traditional craft of crochet in all its various forms and skill levels. Whether you are a beginner or a little more experienced, you can learn, improve, improvise, practice and perfect your crochet skills with Kay. 403.315.3159 crochetclasses@shaw.ca www.crochetclasseswithkay.com MUELLER, PETER T Theatre artist specializing in acting, directing, writing, management, technical direction, consulting and teaching. BFA MFA B.Ed 403.381.0618 peakproductions.pm@gmail.com www.telusplanet.net/public/muellerp

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MUNRO, JIM V Functional and decorative pottery sculptures combining ceramics and metals.

403.320.1815 carolmunro7@gmail.com NESCH, THORSTEN L NM Author, filmmaker, songwriter.

403.381.0188 thorsten.author@gmail.com

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NEW WEST THEATRE T Professional theatre company contributing to the dynamism of the Lethbridge community by offering vibrant cultural experiences for audiences and by generating sustainable opportunities for artists. Produces 5 productions annually, ranging from high energy music-comedy revues, to contemporary Canadian theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences. Provides educational training for students aged 6 to 17 through summer theatre camps and a year-round theatre school.

Derek Stevenson, General Manager 403.381.9378 generalmanager@newwesttheatre.com www.newwesttheatre.com NIKKA YUKO JAPANESE GARDEN CC Enjoy an unforgettable experience at this authentic Japanese garden that is meticulously laid out and maintained. Volunteers and employees demonstrate many different Japanese arts, from the tea ceremony to Japanese martial arts. Open mid-May to mid-October, 7 days a week 9am - 6pm, Nikka Yuko is a must visit destination. Tour packages are available.

Michelle Day 403.328.3511 info@nikkayuko.com www.nikkayuko.com OLDMAN RIVER POTTERS GUILD V Established in 1956, the Oldman River Potters Guild has a mission, “to promote the art of ceramics by sharing, learning and creating together.� The guild strives to promote clay through workshops, sales and courses, all available to the public. New members are welcome. The guild operates in a beautiful, bright and spacious studio. Visit website for further information.

Brigitte Burke 403.308.2208 oldmanriverpottersguild@gmail.com www.oldmanriverpottersguild.com ORR, KEVIN V Canadian nature, wildlife and pet portrait artist. Working in pastel and watercolour, commissions and prints.

403.382.7633 kevinorrart@gmail.com www.kevinorrart.com OUELLET, PIERRE-ANDRE NM P V Macro and fine art photography using digital and traditional tools. Specializes in nature photography including landscapes, wildlife and flowers. Web design, 2D animation and video editing.

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ARTS DIRECTORY PAHARA, RENEE V Painter and sculptor, creating works of lush colour and rich texture including semi-abstract wall sculptures, often nature-inspired. Commissions and inquiries welcome.

403.942.4144 rpahara@shaw.ca PALMARCHUK, TAMMI V Equine art created in oils. Painting of three-dimensional horse sculptures are painted to a realistic finish.

403.894.4221 winterglenfarm@shaw.ca www.winterglenstudios.wordpress.com PAVLENKO, ALEX V Fine art, muralist, sculptor, designer.

403.328.4173 pavlenko@shaw.ca PENNY COFFEE HOUSE G A gathering place with a warm and friendly atmosphere; combining local art with specialty coffees and delicious homemade food.

Eileen Abbott 403.320.5282 pcoffee@telus.net www.pennycoffeehouse.com PILSNER, RONNIE D Dancer.

403.360.3257 pamela.pilsner@gmail.com PLAYGOERS OF LETHBRIDGE F T Established in 1923, Playgoers is the oldest continually operating amateur theatre group in Canada. Produces plays or dinner theatre each October or February.

The club sponsors the regional One-Act Play Festival and participates in the Alberta One-Act Festival each March/April. Playgoers also holds workshops in various aspects of acting, directing and stagecraft. Membership is $10/year. Auditions are open to everyone. Follow on Facebook to be informed of upcoming auditions and events.

Elaine Jagielski 403.328.4955 elaineja@telus.net www.facebook.com/playgoersoflethbridgepage POLO, PATRICIA P V Works in watercolour, acrylic, oil, charcoal, pastel, pencil, prismacolor, mixed media and photography. Artist and art educator, creative, dynamic, conceptual, surreal and fantasy themes. Portraits and theme works in small and large format. Object art designs for awards.

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POP UP YOGA LETHBRIDGE D Pop Up Yoga is a growing movement around the world. The purpose is to share the benefits of yoga with the community and make it more accessible to everyone. Belief in yoga as a lifestyle that practices in urban spaces, parks, art galleries, retail stores and coffee shops – there is no limit! Classes offered are for everyone, from beginners wanting to experiment with yoga, to advanced practitioners looking to find new experiences. The ultimate goal is connecting to our own nature.

Shonna Lamb popupyogalethbridge@gmail.com www.popupyoga-lethbridge.com POSITIVE CULTURE COMPANY AS Positive Culture Co. since 1998 has been providing Visual Facilitation services. We help organizations work together collaboratively, making planning and working together a highly effective and fun process. We also teach our visual techniques to interested people.

Robert & Laurie Benn 403.548.4246 rob@positiveculture.ca www.positiveculture.ca PRIMACHUK, ROSE M Musician, played violin with the Lethbridge Symphony for 50 years. Lifetime member of the Lethbridge Symphony.

403.327.6221 rose.primachuk@shaw.ca RABYNIUK, ANDREW V www.andrewrabyniuk.com RAKOS, DEB V Weaver specializing in functional pieces for daily use made more enjoyable through use of color and design. Member of Lethbridge Handicraft Guild of Weavers at Casa.

403.381.6810 drrakos@gmail.com RANDELL, IAN V Visual artist specializing primarily in landscape painting in oils, acrylics and watercolours. Commissions upon request.

403.327.2471 randdi@shaw.ca REEVES, DEAN TATAM V Visual artist working in a range of painting and drawing media, primarily landscape genre, but including urban and heritage subjects. Curator of art; fine art and fine craft exhibitions. Art educator; painting and drawing classes and workshops, introductory to advanced.

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ARTS DIRECTORY REHABILITATION SOCIETY OF SOUTHWESTERN ALBERTA AS V Supports artists who attend the Ability Resource Centre to further their skills, interests and passions. Artists are also engaged in collaborative projects with other community organizations. Facilitates opportunities to showcase artists work at events around the city such as Art Walk. Home to a group of artists who are interested in sharing and selling their work.

403.329.3911 frontdesk@rehab.ab.ca www.abilityresource.ca REVOLUTION WORLD DANCE AND MOVEMENT STUDIO D Revolution World Dance and Movement Studio offers Belly Dance classes as well as studio rental. With many amenities provided, the space is available for you to pursue your goals in many forms of dance, yoga and other movement activities or a place for a meeting of the minds.

403.894.3865 betty.jeanne@live.ca www.revolutionmovementstudio.ca RICHARDS, LINDA L T V Member of the Lethbridge Artists Club. Acrylic, watercolour and pastel artist. Currently writing and illustrating a historical novel about 1866–1899. Drama teacher, writer, director and performer for many years.

403.394.4123 lindamaerichards@hotmail.com RIEDMUELLER, NICOLE V Clay artist and art teacher who creates expressive ceramic vessels and jewellery. Utilitarian pots reflect thoughts about time’s passage and the natural world.

403.380.3381 nicole.riedmueller@telus.net ROBINSON, JESSICA V Visual artist specializing in painting, sculpture, pottery and cards. BFA BMgt 403.894.0914 robinson.jessica@me.com ROMANCHUK, KAREN M Singer/Songwriter, solo or with full band.

403.327.4976 karenromanchuk1@gmail.com

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RUSSELL, GAYLE V Watercolour painter using nature and portraiture as subjects. Acrylics, inks, encaustics and mixed media are part of art practice. Long-time, active member of the Lethbridge Artists Club; served as board member on Classes & Workshop Committee.

403.331.2260 cobrus@telus.net www.lethbridgeartistsclub.wordpress.com/artists-gallery-new/gayle-russell SAMSON, CHRISTINA D T Dance instructor, choreographer and performer.

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SAVILL GROUP ARCHITECTURE LTD. A Architecture firm.

403.381.8888 john@savillarchitecture.com

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SCHWARZ, KATHY V Glass artisan and teacher creating fused glass, stained glass and sandblasted items including jewellery, suncatchers, plates, bowls, vases and more. Individual and group instruction.

403.942.7636 kschw@rocketmail.com SENDA, JANE V Satchels: delightful, purposeful and cruelty-free. Made with love in sunny southern Alberta.

403.394.0277 jane@teagarden-satchels.com www.teagarden-satchels.com SHEPPARD, JEAN V Pastel artist and printmaker (linoblocks and monotypes) featuring landscapes and wildflowers of southwestern Alberta.

403.942.7550 jean.sheppard@shaw.ca SIMMERS, SHARON V Artist working with metal, often recycled from second-hand shops. Specializing in jewellery, wall hangings, mirrors, boxes and many other things. Studio space in the Idea Building on 2nd Ave S. 403.380.6194 ssimmersthingmaker@gmail.com www.thingmaker.ca SKINNER, BAZ T Playwright. Stage Manager. Production Manager. Event Coordinator. Seamstress. Builder. Writer. Do-er of odd jobs, mostly in the arts.

403.915.7003 nbazskinner@gmail.com www.bazskinner.com SLATER, STEVEN V Acrylic painting, landscapes and surrealism.

587.883.4933 sdsprints@gmail.com SOAR EMERGING ARTIST FESTIVAL F Soar Emerging Artist Festival, a multidisciplinary arts festival for emerging artists. The festival encompasses cabaret nights and a visual art project in the spring.

Professional development opportunities happen throughout the year. Fosters creative development by supporting community-inspired ideas with administrative, promotional and facility support. Sponsors learning opportunities for artists of all disciplines, ages and experience. Watch for artist calls in mid-December to January.

Muffy McKay, Projects and Member Services Manager 403.320.0555 projects@artslethbridge.org www.soarfestival.ca

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SONGER ARCHITECTURE INC A SAinc combines creative design and a practical approach to achieve engaging spaces for the arts community.

Elizabeth Songer 403.942.4808 contact@songerarchitecture.com www.SONGERarchitecture.com

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SONIC MULTIMEDIA AS NM Sound, light, video production for live events.

Jason Eveleigh 403.330.3767 sonic-sound@telus.net SOS FILM COLLECTIVE NM The SOS Film Collective fosters engagement with all aspects of film culture. Aims to connect the local community with thought provoking and expansive film experiences. Hosts Queen Scarlet Cinema nights.

403.593.1874 carcamokm@gmail.com www.queenscarletcinema.ca

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SOUTH COUNTRY FAIR F M Expanding cultural awareness in southern Alberta by creating opportunities for people to be exposed to a wide variety of roots-oriented music in an outdoor festival setting.

Trent Moranz 403.388.4414 info@southcountryfair.com www.southcountryfair.com SOUTHERN ACCORD CHORUS M This a cappella performance chorus, the small ensemble and quartet, entertain at special events throughout southern Alberta. A variety of repertoire with distinct harmonies – something for everyone! Talented, female singers are invited to try our style. Visit website for more information about hiring and membership.

Elaine Liebelt 403.381.4777 southernaccord1998@gmail.com www.southernaccord.org SOUTHERN ALBERTA ART GALLERY CC G NM V Located in the heart of downtown Lethbridge, the Southern Alberta Art Gallery offers a dynamic variety of contemporary art programs for which it has won international recognition. The gallery’s park setting and proximity to local cafés and shopping make it an excellent place to drop-in during a day’s outing. It’s many programs include films, family events, courses in art appreciation and much more. The gallery also houses a resource library with information on the visual arts from around the world. Postcards, SAAG’s own award-winning publications, Canadian art magazines and unique, affordable gifts are available in The Shop at SAAG. 403.327.8770 601 3 Ave S info@saag.ca www.saag.ca ST. PATRICK FINE ARTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL D M T V Vibrant Christ-centered learning community where staff and students create art through an embedded approach that promotes critical thinking and meaningfully serving the world. All students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 participate in up to 9 fine arts classes weekly, including production, rehearsal and performance; we also have numerous fine arts clubs, including 2 student choirs. SPFAE regularly partners with other fine arts providers in the Lethbridge area.

Kathy Jones-Husch 403.327.4386 jonesk@holyspirit.ab.ca www.holyspirit.ab.ca/st.pat THE STUDIO AS G Retail art supplies and art classes. Home of the Miller Gallery.

Nadine Miller 403.329.1050 407A 5 St S the_studio@shaw.ca

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SULLIVAN, NICK M Trombonist, uLethbridge Low Brass Instructor, member of Lethbridge Symphony, Lethbridge Big Band, Aeris Brass Quintet and Southern Alberta Trombone Collective (SATbC).

403.393.1750 nick.sullivan@uleth.ca www.nicksullivan.ca

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ARTS DIRECTORY TAI CHI & CO. D Gentle, introductory classes of Tai Chi monthly. The hour session includes a section on qigong breathing exercises for relaxation and stress relief, basic movements drawn from the five main families of Tai Chi and other exercises drawn from other internal arts. For further information, please call or email: Lincoln Chew 403.405.5100 taichiandco@gmail.com TEXTILE SURFACE DESIGN GUILD V The Textile Surface Design Guild (TSDG) is a non-profit society of artists in Lethbridge and area who work in a variety of surface design techniques individually and as a group connecting through a passion for art and design. TSDG increases cultural awareness of the textile arts for members and the community and promotes members’ artistic skills and expertise by providing educational programs, resources and opportunities to practice the art form in a spirit of cooperation and sharing.

Pat Greenlee 403.320.5521 surfacedesignlethbridge@gmail.com www.surfacedesignlethbridge.ca THAINE, GABRIEL M P Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, photographer.

403.393.7971 gabe.olsen@outlook.com

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THEATRE OUTRÉ T Theatre Outré strives to push the boundaries of what is normal in its shows and events, both in the community and at its venue at Club DiDi. Jay Whitehead 403.892.8719 info@theatreoutre.com www.theatreoutre.ca TRAP\DOOR V Trap\door is an artist run centre dedicated to the promotion of contemporary visual art. We encourage untested and emerging art practices and support artists at an early stage in their careers. trapdoorlethbridge@gmail.com TRIANON GALLERY G Located in the historic Hudson’s Bay Building in downtown Lethbridge and named for the Trianon Ballroom, which operated from the 1930s – 1960s. The open space and open philosophy of the Trianon have allowed a creative response from the community by hosting workshops, plays, dances, musical events, fundraisers and a wide variety of art exhibitions. Nationally and internationally renowned artists and students of all ages have shown their work and shared their energy to help create a positive celebration of life and art in Lethbridge.

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TROYANDA UKRAINIAN DANCE CLUB D Educating and increasing the public’s understanding and appreciation of Ukrainian culture, tradition and costumes by providing dance instruction and producing live Ukrainian dance performances.

Donna Whitton troyanda@hotmail.ca www.troyandalethbridge.com www.facebook.com/troyandaukrainiandanceclub ULETHBRIDGE ART GALLERY CC G V The ULAG serves both the general public and the campus community through two galleries, a sculpture park, public video space and numerous public programs. The gallery offers a balance of contemporary and collections-based exhibitions curated by professional staff as well as senior student interns. Dozens of public and educational events are offered every year, open to all ages, both on and off campus; usually of a ‘hands-on’ nature. The gallery also generates touring exhibitions and publications and administers the significant University art collection.

Jon Oxley 403.329.2690 4401 University Dr W jon.oxley@uleth.ca www.uleth.ca/artgallery ULETHBRIDGE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC CC M Offering customized, non-auditioned music programs at Casa, to students of any age and level. From Kindermusik for babies, to Strummin’ N Hummin’ beginner guitar classes, we have something for everyone. Also, offers workshops for school field trips, custom-designed group classes and many free concert series. Visit the website or come see us in person at Casa!

Breeanne Fuller 403.329.2304 230 8 St S breeanne.fuller@uleth.ca www.uleth.ca/music-conservatory ULETHBRIDGE FACULTY OF FINE ARTS CC D G L M NM P T V Offering theatre productions, concerts, exhibitions, public lectures, workshops and festivals. Visit website for upcoming event listings and make uLethbridge your destination for the arts.

Mercedes Fawns 403.329.2227 4401 University Dr W mlfawns@uleth.ca www.uleth.ca/finearts ULETHBRIDGE SPORT AND RECREATION SERVICES D uLethbridge Horns Recreation offers a mix of programs and activities including ballet, ballroom and acrobatic dance every semester for youth and adults. Horns Recreation also offers numerous recreation and sport activities throughout the year.

Bill Halma 403.329.5107 4401 University Dr W halma@uleth.ca www.uleth.ca/sportrec VERVLOET, ALEXANDRIA V Post-secondary student and gaming enthusiast. Passionate about contributing to the most exciting end-user gaming experience through art, character development and story creation. avervloet@outlook.com

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ARTS DIRECTORY VISUAL ARTS ALBERTA ASSOCIATION AS V Provincial Arts Services Organization and the affiliate for CAR/FAC in the province of Alberta, Visual Arts Alberta wishes to connect with the visual arts sector of Lethbridge and to begin to advocate and promote your arts community.

Chris Carson 866.421.1731 chris@visualartsalberta.com www.visualartsalberta.com VOX MUSICA CHORAL SOCIETY M Promotes and supports choral music in southwestern Alberta. Brings choral music performances to the area and gives members an opportunity to sing and give public performances under professional direction. Rehearsals run from 7–9 pm and begin in September and January at Southminster United Church.

Angela Van’t Land 403.381.9307 angela@vantland.ca www.sites.google.com/site/voxmusicalethbridge/home WARWICK PRINTING AS Employing some of the most experienced staff in the business, Warwick has ample knowledge to create and manufacture top quality printing to help artists look their best. From a box of business cards to 20,000 catalogues and everything in between, contact us to speak about printing project needs.

403.327.9576 lorne@warwickprinting.com www.warwickprinting.com ZASADNY, DIANA NM P V Painter and printmaker, focusing on the imagery of southern Alberta. Blends the boundaries of impressionism and abstraction celebrating the prairies, foothills and mountains in artwork.

403.715.8990 dianazasadny@gmail.com www.dianazasadny.net

PURCHASE LOCAL ART AND ARTISANAL WARES AT CASA! Ceramic cups, bowls, figurines, prints, paintings, textiles are just some of the one-of-a-kind items handcrafted by artists in southwestern Alberta.

Items in the shop are always changing, so be sure to stop by regularly!

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October

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Empress Theatre Centre Stage: Jim Byrnes Lethbridge Symphony Series 1 – Russian Inferno

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Empress Theatre Centre Stage: Barney Bental & the Caribou Express The Gallery at Casa Exhibition Openings Christmas at Casa Lethbridge Symphony Series 2 – Salute LRMTA Canada Music Week Recital and Annual Awards Lethbridge Symphony – Kid’s Choir

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen 26th Annual Mayor’s Christmas Concert (LCBS) Lethbridge Symphony Series 3 - Lizzy Hoyt’s Celtic-Folk Christmas TUBACHRISTMAS

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen The Gallery at Casa Exhibition Openings Lethbridge Symphony Young Artist Competition Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts Lethbridge Symphony Extra A – Fall Into Strings Lethbridge Public Library Word on the Street Festival Arts Days: Art Walk, Family Affair on the Square and More Empress Theatre Centre Stage: Rose Cousins

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Lethbridge Symphony Love Notes from the Tropics LRMTA Practise-a-thon Lethbridge Symphony Series 4 – Bernstein’s Candide Casa Family Fun Day Empress Theatre Centre Stage: Red Moon Road

March

uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen uLethbridge Art Gallery En Plein Air

uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen The Gallery at Casa Exhibition Openings Troyanda Malanka Empress Theatre Centre Stage: Harry Manx

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Lethbridge Symphony Extra B – Cello Adventures LRMTA Keys to Piano The Gallery at Casa Exhibition Openings Lethbridge Photography Club PhotoFusion Lethbridge Symphony Cruisin’ with Mozart Empress Theatre Centre Stage: Up on Cripple Creek

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Lethbridge & District Music & Speech Arts Festival Lethbridge Symphony Extra C – Russian Gems The Gallery at Casa Exhibition Openings

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen South Country Fair uLethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts Coutts Centre Arts Festival Wide Skies Music & Arts Festival

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Lethbridge Symphony Series 6 – The Four Seasons Lethbridge Symphony Feel the Beat – Vivaldi’s Ring of Mystery Soar Emerging Artist Festival Troyanda Vesna

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uLethbridge Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Lethbridge Centennial Quilters Guild Festival of Quilts The Gallery at Casa Exhibition Openings Lethbridge Jazz & Blues Fest Lethbridge Pride Festival

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