Tag: Arts & Entertainment

E-Readers vs. Old-Fashioned Books—Which Is More Eco Friendly?

A relatively new phenomenon is the E-Reader, be it Kindle, iPad, or a number of other new competitors coming into the marketplace. When you think about it, these devices would seem to be more environmentally friendly than your typical paper and cardboard book, even a paperback. Should we be buying our loved ones e-readers or…

March 24, 2016
Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre launches its first Give Back Campaign

AHS inner city health centre collects shoeboxes filled with art supplies for children in need Story by Lisa Sutherland The Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre (SMCHC) is paying forward the spirit of giving to the community through a series of campaigns that will distribute items to Calgarians in need. “These campaigns are about caring for…

March 19, 2016
Sheep Creek Arts Council: AGM and Upcoming Classes

By Lavonne Gallant The Annual General Meeting of the Sheep Creek Arts Council will be held on Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 2:00pm. We have a full slate willing to be elected but if you would like to join the Board please call Evelyn at 403 933-3947. The Camera Club will be giving a slide…

March 19, 2016
New Banner Artwork Celebrates Beauty of Calgary Architecture

Spring brings to mind freshness, bright colours and vibrancy; nowhere is that more apparent than on the new banners being installed throughout our Centre City. This year, Calgary-based artist Sheila Kernan has produced seven original canvas paintings highlighting Calgary’s urban culture. The paintings integrate architecture from across the city to create unique streetscapes and skylines.…

March 17, 2016
Alberta Brings Home Three Awards from the 2016 Canadian Screen Awards

Minister of Culture and Tourism Ricardo Miranda issued the following statement on the recent nominations and wins by Alberta productions and talent at the 2016 Canadian Screen Awards: “Congratulations to all the Alberta winners, as well as each of the nominees. The breadth and scope of Alberta’s highly revered film and television industry continues…

March 17, 2016
History of St Patrick’s Day

Watch this video to find out what you may not have known about St Patrick’s Day St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17, the saint’s religious feast day and the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years. On St.…

March 17, 2016
St Patrick’s Day by the Numbers

Source: History

March 17, 2016
Yannick Bisson Wins the 2016 Fan’s Choice Award

Twitter | @yannick_bisson wins the 2016 Fan’s Choice Award #CdnScreen16 @Academy_NET Facebook | Over 125,000 fans have voted and chosen Yannick Bisson of Murdoch Mysteries as the winner of the 2016 Fan’s Choice Award #CdnScreen16 TORONTO, March 13, 2016 – Over 125,000 fans have voted and chosen Yannick Bisson of Murdoch Mysteries as the winner…

March 16, 2016
Reel Reflections: Not All Movies Are Entertaining

By E. P. Whinters The Academy Awards are over for another year, the Golden Statues have all been handed out. Whether you agree with the winner or not, it’s done. However, there was a movie that was not recognized, but many say it should have been – its youngest star handed out an award with…

March 11, 2016
Turner Valley School: Leprechaun Trap Building

Challenge in the Learning Commons Hello Artists! It’s time for the tricky leprechaun trap building challenge. This is a fun St Patrick’s Day design process for you and your family to participate in. A Leprechaun trap can be made out of virtually anything…and might include lots of glittery materials and tiny treats to tempt little people…maybe even some lucky…

March 8, 2016
NFB Launches New Subscription Video-on-Demand Service Powered by Vimeo

Montreal – National Film Board of Canada (NFB) The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) announces the launch of a new subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) service powered by Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/nfbshorts. Starting today, short-film buffs can discover the newest and best NFB-produced documentary and animated shorts, on demand, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on their…

March 5, 2016
AGA Opens Exhibition of Ground-Breaking First Nations Artists

7: Professional Native Indian Artists Inc. features the work of Jackson Beardy, Eddy Cobiness, Alex Janvier, Norval Morrisseau, Daphne Odjig, Carl Ray and Joseph Sanchez Edmonton, AB – The Art Gallery of Alberta opens 7: Professional Native Indian Artists Inc. March 5, offering the opportunity for gallery-goers to see work by one of Canada’s most…

March 3, 2016
Calgary’s New Central Library Set for a 2018 Opening

A cornerstone for the future of the Calgary Public Library is the New Central Library. Providing approximately 240,000 sq. ft. of usable library space, the New Central Library will be a multi-faceted family destination and gathering place with a physical collection of approximately 600,000 books and specially designed space for programs and technology. Construction is…

March 1, 2016
Mad Max: Fury Road Wins the Most 2016 Oscars

By Micheline Goldstein Director George Miller’s Mad Max: Fury Road walked away with the six awards at the 2016 Oscars, the most of any film by far. It received a total of 10 nominations, and despite losing out in the Best Picture category toSpotlight, Mad Max: Fury Road was clearly a favorite among Oscar voters. Stars Charlize…

February 29, 2016
Minister Miranda congratulates The Revenant’s Academy Awards success

February 29, 2016 Minister of Culture and Tourism Ricardo Miranda issued the following statement after the Alberta-filmed The Revenant took home three Oscars at the 88th annual Academy Awards: “Congratulations to the cast and crew of The Revenant on their Oscar wins. I am so proud to be able to say that another Oscar-winning production…

February 29, 2016