EDMONTON EVENTS: MAY 2012 EDITION

Books2Buy
Where: Stanley A. Milner Library 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square When: Friday, May 4 9a-8p, Sat, May 5 9a-5p and Sun, May 6 13p. Cost: Hardcover books & DVDs - $2, Paperback, Kids books, and CDs - $1 Sunday Only: Box sale - $10/box
Description: EPL is constantly adding new materials to our collection. We put aside our excess materials for our very popular book sale. Four to five times a year we give you the chance to get some great deals on books, CDs and DVDs. For more info go to: www.epl.ca

Downtown Stories
Where: Stanley A. Milner Library 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square When: Saturday, May 5 10am-4pm Cost: FREE!!
Description: The Stanley A. Milner Library downtown will be bustling with even more energy than usual - and you're invited! From 10 am to 4 pm, we'll be celebrating the diverse stories of people who live downtown. Join us to get to know your library and connect with our downtown community. Enjoy free activities for all ages. For more info go to: www.epl.ca

Butterdome Craft Sale

Where: Butterdome 87 Ave and 114 ST When: Friday May 4 - Sunday, May 6 Fri: 10a-10p, Sat: 10a-6p, Sun: 10a-5p Cost: Adult-$5, Youth (13-17)-$4, Kid (12 & under)-FREE (plus parking &
Vendors) Description: Its a brand new season and the Butterdome Spring Craft Sale is

back for its 6th year! Shake those winter doldrums and embrace the warm spring! For 3 days, we bring you the fresh, unique creations of over 160 of Canadas finest and most talented artists, artisans and designers. For more info go to: www.butterdome.ca

Janes Walk in Edmonton

Where: Various Locations When: Friday, May 4 - Monday, May 7 Cost: FREE!!
Description: Janes Walk is a series of free neighbourhood walking tours that helps put people in touch with their environment and with each other, by bridging social and geographic gaps and creating a space for cities to discover themselves. All Janes Walk tours are given and taken for free. These walks are led by anyone who has an interest in the neighbourhoods where they live, work or hang out. They are not always about architecture and heritage, and offer a more personal take on the local culture, the social history and the planning issues faced by the residents. For more info on Janes Walk and for tours of Edmonton go to: http://janeswalk.net/cities/category/edmonton/

Reptile Expo
Where: Sands Hotel 12340 Fort Road When: Saturday, May 5 10a-5p and Sunday, May 6 11a-4p Cost: Adults - $6, Teens - $5, Children - $4
Description: Come out and learn about species of reptiles and amphibians from around the world! The ERAS Spring Show & Sale provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and the proper care needed to keep your pet happy and healthy. The Show will feature a wide variety of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates on display. For more info go to www.edmontonreptiles.com

Spring Blossoms at the Village

Where: Village at Griesbach 97 Street and 137 Avenue When: May 5-6, and May 12-13 12pm-5pm Cost: FREE!!

Description: Come and enjoy Spring Blossoms at the Village, free refreshments, magnificent floral displays, gardening tips and advice, kids potting table and other activities plus show homes to tour and dream about! For more info go to: www.villageatgriesbach.com

Callingwood Farmers Market Season Opening

Where: The Marketplace at Callingwood 6655 178 Street When: Sunday, May 6 10am-3pm Cost: FREE (with vendors)
Description: The 28th Season of the Callingwood Farmers' Market opens on Sunday, May 6. We'll have over 100 tables with vendors offering the finest of locally grown fresh food, top quality plants, unique arts and crafts, exclusive hand made products and much more! Bring the whole family and enjoy opening day activities including: Live musical entertainment, Petting Zoo, Bouncy Castle for the kids, Face Painting and Balloon Artist. The market will run every Sunday and Wednesday until Thanksgiving Weekend. For more info go to: www.callingwoodmarketplace.com

25th Annual River Valley Clean Up

Where: Louise McKinney Park 9999 Grierson Hill Rd When: Sunday, May 6 @ 10am Cost: FREE!!
Description: For the past 24 years, thousands of city residents have volunteered their time each spring to clean up our river valley park system. After all, a clean and safe Edmonton is a shared responsibility. You can choose your own area, or let us provide you with a site. We also supply gloves and garbage bags. You can pre-register or just show up. For more info go to: http://www.edmonton.ca/environmental/capital_city_cleanup/river-valleyclean-up.aspx

Backyard Biodiversity Day

Where: John Janzen Nature Centre 7000 143 Street When: Sunday, May 6 11am-4pm Cost: $5/person
Description: Everyone big and small can learn all about Urban Biodiversity and how you can help the environment even in your own backyard! For more info go to: http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/attractions/john_janzen_nature

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Ben Calf Robe Traditional Powwow

Where: University of Alberta Butterdome (114 street and 87 avenue) When: Saturday, May 12 from 1pm-10pm (Grand Entry @ 1pm and 6pm) Cost: FREE!!
Description: The Powwow is a celebration of Nations and we are honoured to invite everyone out to come share in the day.

Annual Dutch Spring Market

Where: Dutch Canadian Centre 13312 142 Street When: Saturday, May 12 from 9am-3pm Cost: FREE (with vendors)
Description: If you enjoy a European market atmosphere the Spring Market is the place to be on the day before Mothers Day each year. There are many vendors with a great variety of wares and the Dutch kitchen has delicious Dutch food for sale while you enjoy the international entertainment inside the DCC Centre and outside on the parking lot. For more info go to http://dutchcanadiancentre.com

Get Ready in the Park

Where: Hawrelak Park 9930 Groat Rd When: Saturday, May 12 from 10am-4pm Cost: FREE!!
Description: Climb into the cockpit of a helicopter, sit in an ambulance, see search and rescue dogs in action, and learn how to use a fire extinguisher. Its all part of the fun of Get Ready in the Park. The City of Edmonton and members of the emergency response network demonstrate how they are prepared to work with the citizens of Edmonton in the event of a crisis and how Edmontonians can get ready for a major emergency. Theres plenty to

see, do, learn and take-away from at this free family-focused event. For more info go to http://www.edmonton.ca/for_residents/emergency_services/get-ready-in-thepark.aspx

The Shean Piano Competition

Where: Muttart Hall 10050 MacDonald Dr When: Thursday, May 17 1-4pm, 6:30-9:30p - Friday, May 18 24p, 6:30-9p Cost: FREE!!

Description: The Shean Competition for Strings and Piano, is open to young amateur musicians between 15 and 28 years of age. Six semi-finalists are chosen from the submitted discs. The winner of the Competition will be invited to perform with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra at a later date. On Thursday will be the solo performance and on Friday they will be preforming Concertos. For more info go to: www.sheancompetition.com

Bollywood Film Family Fun Night

Where: Grandin Theatres 101, 22 Sir Winston Churchill Avenue ST. Albert When: Thursday, May 17 6:30-11pm Cost: $5/person
Description: come join us for an all ages celebration and entertaining community event! Enjoy an all ages Bollywood Film Screening with English subtitles for only $5.00 per person! Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the movie theatre the night of the film, 30 minutes before the film begins! and the film we are showing is... MERE BROTHER KI DULHAN (2011) (with english subtitles) A Romantic Comedy starring Imran Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Ali Zafar in which, a young man tries to arrange a marriage for his brother, but finds himself falling in love with the chosen fiance. For more info go to www.edmontonfilm.webs.com

Broadway comes to St. Albert

Where: Arden Theater, 5 Anne Street St. Albert When: Thursday, May 17 and Friday May 18 @ 7:30pm Cost: $15/person

Description: Two Broadway musicals in one night! The much loved Les Miserables and the acclaimed Wicked are coming to the Arden Theatre in the form of stunning concertized versions presented by the St Albert Singers Guild. A 60 voice mixed choir replete with soloists and narrators take you to the barricades as you follow Jean Valjean's journey through the Paris of 1820. Then the women's choir presents the whimsical and touching story of friendship in the land of Oz before Dorothy dropped in. For more info and to purchase tickets go to: www.stalbertsingers.org

Fort Edmonton Park Opening Weekend Celebration

Where: Fort Edmonton Park 7000 143 Street When: Saturday, May 19 - Sunday, May 20 10am-6pm Cost: Adult - $15.75, Child - $11.75

Description: Bring your friends and family to celebrate the opening weekend of Fort Edmonton Park! Enjoy games, activities, musical performances and more all throughout the park - be sure to pick up your event outline at the door! For more info go to www.fortedmontonpark.ca

Celebration of Dance
Where: Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (50Km East on Hwy 16) When: Monday, May 21 10am-5pm Cost: Adult - $9, Youth (7-17) - $4
Description: Welcome the new summer season at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village with one of Albertas largest Ukrainian dance extravaganzas. Experience the sights and sounds as costumed role players bring the stories of Albertas Ukrainian pioneers to life. Other activities include a village market, musical entertainment, horse-drawn wagon rides, sheep shearing, church services and exhibits. For more info go to: www.ukrainianvillage.ca

Royal Canadian Circus

Where: Edmonton Expo Centre Hall D When: Tuesday, May 22 @ 7pm Cost: $23/person

Description: Magical Moments! Thats what the circus has meant to children for generations. From clowns to animals to death-defying feats of the highwire performers, the circus brings magic into our everyday lives. For more info go to: www.royalcanadiancircus.com

Edmonton Energy vs. Salem Soldiers

Where: Saville Community Sports Centre 11520 65 Avenue (South Campus) When: Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26 @ 7:30pm Cost: Adult - $15, Student (with ID) - $8, Children (12 & under) $5

Description: What? Edmonton has a basketball team?! The Edmonton Energy is in the International Basketball League (IBL).The IBL is an efficient professional basketball league in our 8th season that engages high level basketball athletes, coaches and business professionals, dedicated to fostering international basketball talent and focuses on providing family friendly events for fans. For more info go to: www.edmontonnrg.com

Rainmaker Rodeo
Where: St. Albert Kinsmen Rainmaker Rodeo & Exhibition Grounds When: Friday, May 25 - Sunday, May 27 Fri: 3:30-11pm, Sat: 10:30am-11pm, Sun: 10:30am-6pm Cost: Gate Admission: Adults/Students - $10, Child (7-12) - $5
Description: St. Albert Rainmaker Rodeo, Feel the Thunder, includes family fun, Rodeo action, and Concert series, at the main stage saloon. There is more to the Rainmaker than just rodeo! Enjoy the extensive midway, featuring rides for the young and the young-at-heart from the classic Ferris Wheel to the Twin-Flip, the only carnival ride of its kind in North America. Take in the colourful Rainmaker parade as it winds through downtown St. Albert and concludes at Lions Park. Stroll through the Rainmaker Market, where you can browse through vendors offering everything from giftware and agricultural products, to arts and crafts and homemade treats. For more info go to: www.rainmaker.ab.ca

Rescue 100 Horse Show

Where: Strathcona Olympiette Centre (52029 RR 224 Sherwood Park T8C) When: Saturday, May 26 9am-5pm Cost: FREE!! (with vendors)
Description: Make sure to bring the whole family, cheer for your favorite horse and rider watching them compete in halter, english, western, jumping and the much anticipated costume class. Bring a big appetite as their will be a fundraising concession, the proceeds going to the Rescue 100 Foundation. The Horse Showcase will be running concurrently, where there are information

sessions, shopping booths, stick horse making and much more! Many attractions to see and fun for the whole family. Bring your pop bottles to help fill the horse trailer of hope. For more info go to www.rescue100.ca or www.saha.ab.ca

Horse Showcase - World of Horses Presentation

Where: Strathcona Olympiette Centre (52029 RR 224 Sherwood Park) When: Sunday, May 27 9am-5pm Cost: FREE!! (with vendors)

Description: A FREE FAMILY FOCUSED event for all horse lovers featuring over 25 different breeds of horses showcasing their skills in the great outdoors! Presentations include the Jumping Demonstration, Draft Horse Super team Competition, Parade of Breeds, Gymkhana and Polocrosse Demonstrations. Great kids activities including Stick Horse Parade, Wagon Rides, Hands on Grooming Clinic and Spot the Horse Scavenger Hunt. Visit our Breed Alley and get up close and personal with many of our horses or head over to the round pen for some great demonstrations. For more info go to: www.saha.ab.ca

MEC Bikefest
Where: Ezio Faraone Park 11004 97 Avenue When: Saturday, May 26 11am-4pm Cost: FREE (with vendors)
Description: MEC Bikefest is a family-friendly community celebration of all things bicycle related. With demonstrations, clinics, cycling vendors on-site, and opportunities to try out gear and new bikes, there's something for everyone, no matter what your Skill level. For more info go to www.mec.ca/bikefest

E-Ville Roller Derby Gage Cup

Where: Mayfield Trade Centre 16615-109 Avenue When: Saturday, May 26 @ 6pm Cost: Info not Available at this time (Im guessing between $1020)

Description: This is it - the final house team bout. Who will be against who is still up in the air, but I guarantee it will be the game of the year! For more info go to www.e-villederby.com

Vocal Arts Festival - Best of the Fest

Where: U of A Convocation Hall Old Arts Building When: Sunday, May 27 @ 2:30pm Cost: Adult-$16, Student-$14
Description: The most promising vocal artists from the Kiwanis Music Festival will join us to share highlights of classical and musical theatre selections in this wonderful celebration of local emerging artists. For more info go to www.vocalartsfestival.com

International Childrens Festival

Where: St. Albert Place (5 Saint Anne Street) St. Albert When: Tuesday, May 29 - Saturday, June 2 Thurs: 3:30-7p, Fri: 9:30a-8p, Sat: 9a-5p Cost: Main Stage Shows: Adult - $10.50, Child - $9, Site Activity: $3/activity

Description: Festival for children. Theatre, puppet theatre, music, dance, roving site artists and much, much more. Lots of on site activities and performances for children. On Friday Family Fun Night and Saturday Family Fun Day wristbands are $10 for children and $15 for adults and that gives you the chance to experience as many site activities and see as many shows as you can for one low price (based on availability - available from the Arden Box Office Only) For more info on shows, activities, and tickets go to www.childfest.com

Alberta Art Gallery

Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square When: Last Thursday of every Month (May 31) 6-9pm Cost: FREE!!

Description: Enjoy an evening, on the last Thursday of every month, of free admission to the Art Gallery of Alberta. Proudly provided by Servus Credit Union. For more info and for current exhibits go to: www.youraga.ca

Ongoing Through May

Muttart Conservatory Weekend Drop-In Tours: Natural Healing - Medicinal Herbs and Plants
Where: Muttart Conservatory 9626 96A Street When: Saturday and Sunday in May @ noon, 1:30pm and 3pm

Cost: Regular Admission: Adult-$11.50, Youth-$8.75, Child(2-12)$5.75

Description: Have you been affected by cold and flu season? Do you crave more rest and relaxation? Take a look at plants that have been used for thousands of years to treat medical disorders, to aid in relaxation and enhance mood, as aphrodisiacs or nutritional supplements to improve overall health. Please Note: There will be no tours on May 5-6 For more info go to: http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/attractions/muttartconservatory.aspx

City Market
Where: Atrium @ City Hall and 104 Street (starting May 19th) When: Saturdays in May from 10am-3pm Cost: FREE w/ vendors and parking

Description: Market bound, year round. That can be you now that the City Market Downtown will operate inside City Hall during the winter months. Joining us at City Hall are many of the buskers and entertainment that kept things lively on 104th Street. For more info go to: www.city-market.ca

COUPONS!! Super Savings Coupon Book

Where: West Edmonton Mall When: Coupons valid until December 31, 2012 Cost: $9.95
Description: Enjoy hundreds of dollars in savings at more than 200 West Edmonton Mall destinations with the 2012 Super Savings Coupon Book. Take advantage of great deals at all West Edmonton Mall attractions and some of your favourite retailers. Purchase this book at any Guest Services location. If you go to http://www.edmonton.com/for-visitors/coupons.aspx there is a coupon there for a free Coupon Book however this may only be for tourists so they may not honor it if you are an Edmonton resident.

Not Cheap but worth a look!! Edmonton Attractions Pass

Where: Edmonton and surrounding area When: Over the calendar year Cost: $63 - adults, $48 - Child (3-17 years old) - ($59.95 and $45 + GST)
Description: The Edmonton Attractions Pass is the essential sightseeing pass for visitors who want to take in all the best of Edmonton's attractions! One pass will give you admission to 15 of the most visited places in Edmonton and surrounding area including the Valley Zoo, Fort Edmonton Park, Devonian Botanic Gardens, Alberta Aviation Museum, Art Gallery of Alberta, Capital Ex, Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre, Muttart Conservatory, Prairie Gardens & Adventure Farm, Royal Alberta Museum, Telus World of Science, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, and West Edmonton Mall Marine Life. See more and save more (up to 60% off). The pass is printed off from your computer as soon as it is purchased, so there is no added stress of waiting for it to arrive in time! For more info and to purchase a pass go to: http://www.edmontonattractions.com/index.php