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Wednesday July 11, 2012


Art & Galleries

Blackfoot Beadwork

Time: - / Location: Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave SE
July 11, 2012

Our popular beading activity is back! Learn traditional Blackfoot beadwork designs by using tabletop looms to create your own beaded artwork.

Visit the Blackfoot Gallery: Niitsitapiisinni: Our way of Life to see how symbols are used by the First Nations Peoples of Alberta.

Website: www.glenbow.org


Art & Galleries

Western Sunsets

Time: - / Location: Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave SE
July 11, 2012

There's nothing quite like a sunset over the prairie sky. Imagine what prairie life was like 100 years ago and create your own colourful sunset artwork inspred by Charlie Russell's western paintings

Website: www.glenbow.org


Art & Galleries

Mavericks Exploration

Time: - / Location: Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave SE
July 11, 2012

Discover the pioneers of Alberta in Mavericks: An Incorrigible History of Alberta by following the clues of our exploration guide. Pick up your activity sheet in the ARC Discovery Room and trade it in once it's completed for a cool decal. Perfect for family visits!

Website: www.glenbow.org


Art & Galleries

Charlie Russell and the First Calgary Stampede

Time: - / Location: Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave SE
July 11, 2012

The 1912 Calgary Stampede. There was no midway and there were no horse shows. But there was a rodeo and the artwork of Charlie Russell. Known then as the Famous Cowboy Artist, Russell created art that connected deeply with ranchers and cowboys in the West. His \"Special Exhibition\" of 20 paintings was a huge draw at the first Calgary Stampede.

Glenbow is pleased to celebrate the Stampede\'s centenary by recreating this 1912 exhibition, which will include 18 of the 20 paintings exhibited in 1912. From Russell\'s glorious western landscapes and \"heroic\" depictions of First Nations (Stolen Horses) to some of his most famous action paintings featuring cattle (Heads and Tails), cowboys (In Without Knocking and Smoke of the \"45\") and outlaws (Call of the Law), this exhibition is truly a once in-a-lifetime opportunity to see some of the best works painted by this iconic western artist.

Heralded as \"a magnificent collection of western pictures\" in 1912, Russell\'s exhibition was incredibly successful, both critically and financially. Today, Russell scholars and collectors are already anticipating the return of this special exhibition to Calgary.

Website: www.glenbow.org


Sports & Outdoor

Stampede Extreme Pro Sports

Time: 03:00 pm - 08:30 pm / Location: 615 7 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P0Y9
July 11, 2012

Stampede Wrestling is back old school! It's now called Stampede Extreme Wrestling! We are doing a pre-launch for the 100th Anniversary of the Calgary Stampede. 20 shows in 10 days from July 6-15th. Shows are at 3pm and 6pm. Tickets go on sale June 26. Vote for your favorite wrestler to be in the big grand opening! Coming soon in 2012! We have legendary stars and new faces. Harry Smith, Teddy Hart, Matt Hart, Bruce Hart, Brucer Hart Jr, Tory Hart, Jason the Terrible, Honkey Tonk Man and many more!!!! The event is being hosted at The DIstillery (615- 7 ave SW) Don't miss out on this rare opportunity. Tickets are going to sell fast! Get your tickets at http://www.stampedeextremesports.com
There may be available tickets at the door.
http://www.facebook.com/events/435042996530133/

Website: www.facebook.com/groups/2318586077/


Lecture & Education

From our Collections: The Stampede

Time: 05:00 pm - 05:00 pm / Location: Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave SE
July 11, 2012

Experience the Stampede through a selection of unique and rarely seen objects - including 1912 prize buckles. Guy Weadick's hand-decorated saddle and Ed Borein's artwork - this exhibition provides an insightful look at the beginnings of the Calgary Stampede.

Website: www.glenbow.org


Stage & Screen

Shakespeare in the Park - A Midsummer Night's Dream

Time: 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm / Location: Prince's Island Park
July 11, 2012

June 27th - August 10th (Showing Wednesday - Sunday)

Shakespeare in the Park will return to free public performances with a production of A Midsummer Night's Dream at Prince’s Island Park. Each year, the acting company will benefit from working with a professional director with experience working with Shakespeare. This year, the director will be Michael Shamata, the artistic director of Victoria’s Belfry Theatre, who is renowned for his outdoor productions of the Bard in Canada.

A Midsummer Night's Dream will run from June 27 – August 11, 2012. Showtimes (weather permitting) are Wednesdays – Sundays at 7:00pm, with added weekend matinees at 2:00pm (Note: June 30, July 1 only @ 7:00pm; No performances week of July 23). Admission is free. A Midsummer Night's Dream is suitable for all ages.

Website: www.facebook.com/pages/Shakespeare-in-the-Park-Calgary/276613367329


Sounds & Vibrations

Sean Burns followed by Sarah Vann

Time: 08:00 pm - 11:45 pm / Location: Beat-Niq 811 1st St. SW
July 11, 2012

Wed July 11, evening

Website: www.beatniq.com/


Festivals & Fanfare

Fluor Rope Square a Calgary Stampede Downtown Attraction

Time: 09:00 am - 01:15 pm / Location: Olympic Plaza - corner of 8 Ave & Macleod Trail SE
July 11, 2012

Fluor Rope Square presents marching bands .. dancers .. singers .. fiddlers .. friendly mascots .. plus an old-fashioned gunfight!

You could even be invited to compete in the Lammle's World Champion Hat Stomp Competition or Fluor Great Western Flapjack Flip!

The Stampede Queen and Princesses make daily guest appearances, in addition to other visiting dignitaries and celebrity guests. And don't forget to enter the Fluor Daily Prize Draw.

Plus this year, we've added special entertainment for the Little Cowpokes in the Saddle Stage area on selected days.

Just look for Jake, the giant cowboy, and his gal Jacki, welcoming you to Fluor Rope Square. You can't miss him -- he's 28 feet high!

Website: www.stampede-downtownattractions.com/rope_square.htm


Food & Flavour

Yelp Presents: The Banff Ice Vodka Pancake Party at Mango Shiva

Time: 09:00 am - 11:00 am / Location: 218 8th Ave SW
July 11, 2012

Have you had your fill of Stampede yet? Hope not! Open-wide Yelpers and get a different *dosa* of Stampede breakfast as we pop up in Mango Shiva for its "Build Your Own Dosa" day!

Date: Wednesday, July 11th
Time: 9am-11am
Location: Mango Shiva, 218 8th Ave SW, Calgary
Cost: Free

How to RSVP: Visit bit.ly/yelpstampede and RSVP on the event listing. There'll be a spot for you to bring a guest as well.

Note: Space is limited! All attendees must be 18 years of age or older.

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About Yelp's Banff Ice Vodka Pancake Party:

Would a pancake breakfast by any other community be as yelpy? We think not! We've partnered with 5 local hot spots to bring you our rendition of this long-time Stampede Tradition. Join us for 1, 2 or all 5!

Participating locations: Melrose Cafe & Bar, Chef's Table, Mango Shiva, Design District Urban Tavern, Casel Marché

Website: www.yelp.ca/events/calgary-3-yelp-presents-the-banff-ice-vodka-pancake-party


Festivals & Fanfare

Calgary Stampede Indian Parade

Time: 10:00 am - 01:00 pm / Location: Downtown Calgary (see route below)
July 11, 2012

Weather permitting

Members of the five tribes of Treaty 7 from Southern Alberta, dressed in traditional regalia, proudly share their heritage and culture through dance, music and commentaries (weather permitting.)

Come join them in the Friendship Dance at Fluor Rope Square!

Representatives of the five First Nations that participated in the 1877 signing of Treaty Seven with Queen Victoria's government parade on horseback from 1 St SW along 9 Ave to Fluor Rope Square.

Following Fluor Rope Square, the Indian Parade proceeds to 4th Avenue SW with stops at the Sheraton Suites Eau Claire and Westin Hotel for photo sessions.

The tribes represented, who prefer to use their own names, include:
• Kainai or Blood (Fort MacLeod)
• Nakoda or Stoney consist of three bands: Goodstoney, Bearspaw and Chiniki (Morley from west of Calgary and Eden Valley west of Longview)
• Peigan (Brocket)
• Siksika or Blackfoot (east of Calgary)
• Tsuu T'ina or Sarcee (southwest of Calgary)

Website: www.stampede-downtownattractions.com/indian_parade.htm


Sounds & Vibrations

Acoustic Lunch featuring Sean Burns

Time: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm / Location: Beat-Niq 811 1st St. SW
July 11, 2012

Wed July 11

Website: www.beatniq.com/


Art & Galleries

Art on the Mall

Time: 12:00 pm - 01:00 pm / Location: 100 East block of 8th Ave SW (Stephen Avenue Walk)
July 11, 2012

Join us for another fun-filled collaborative art project! Find our museum educators on Stephen Avenue Mall on Tuesdays and Thursday between July 9-August 2 and participate in creating a western-inspired work of art in celebration of the 100th Calgary Stampede. Every Albertan has a little cowboy in them!

Website: www.glenbow.org/programs/


Sounds & Vibrations

Celebrate the Calgary Stampede With Us!

Time: 12:00 pm - 01:00 pm / Location: 616 Macleod Trail
July 11, 2012

Join us on the Main Floor of Central Library as we celebrate
the Calgary Stampede with performances by local talent.

12:00 - 1:00 pm, Monday July 9 – Friday July 13, 2012

Monday, July 9 – Sarah Vann
Tuesday, July 10 – Chinook Country Line Dancers
Wednesday, July 11 – Bud Edgar Trick Roper
Thursday, July 12 – Wine Soaked Preachers
Friday, July 13 – Calgary Fiddlers

Website: calgarypubliclibrary.com/services/programs-events?p=1201