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SUMMARY:Culture Club | Collect & Connect: An Introduction to Art Collecting + Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Collect & Connect: An Introduction to Art Collecting + Wine Tasting\, an engaging evening where you’ll discover insider tips on how to start collecting art from an established professional\, while learning about a curated selection of wine from a Certified Sommelier. \nThe night begins with a guided tour of our LOOK26 Art Auction exhibition\, offering insight into the artists and stories behind the works on view. From there\, guests will gather for an interactive conversation with Megan Paterson\, founder of Aurelia\, who will demystify the art market and share practical advice on how to start building a collection with confidence\, from defining your taste and setting a budget to understanding where to look and long-term value. \nThroughout the evening\, enjoy a curated wine tasting led by Margaux Burgess\, Certified Sommelier and founder of Swirl Wine Imports\, with thoughtful selections to inspire conversation. \nWhether you’re beginning your collecting journey or hoping to expand your knowledge of the art world and wine\, this relaxed\, social evening brings together art\, community\, and wine in perfect balance. \nSip. Learn. Collect. \nWhat to Expect:\n– A guided tour of the LOOK26 art auction with our Associate Curator\n– Art Collecting 101 from Megan Paterson of Aurelia Fine Art\n– Wine Tasting hosted by Margaux Burgess\, Certified Sommelier\n– Delicious selection of cheese to enjoy along the way \nNo experience in the arts or art collecting required! Come as you are and leave with an enriched appreciation for art and wine. \nFree for Culture Club Members. $50 for non-Club Members. \nLearn more about Culture Club\, a community for art enthusiasts in their 20s–40s\, by contacting Alison at alison.andersen@contemporarycalgary.com.
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LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4\, US
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SUMMARY:Climate\, Community\, and Care: Zine-Making Workshop and Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free zine-making workshop and talk\, organized in collaboration with the Calgary Climate Hub\, Black Eco Bloom\, and Gabby Barber. In this program\, we invite you to creatively explore your perspective on climate justice\, respond to the themes in our current exhibition\, Entwined\, and get inspired by tangible climate actions you can take in your community. Get creative\, share stories\, and spark conversation! \nWhether you’re new to zines or a seasoned maker\, come meet others who also care about the planet\, express yourself\, and take part in a dialogue that matters. \nThe evening will start with short presentations about the work of Black Eco Bloom\, the Calgary Climate Hub\, and the Climate Justice Collective in the Heather Edwards Theatre\, followed by a zine-making workshop in the atrium. \nThis program is held in conjunction with Entwined\, curated by Mona Filip and on view until March 15\, 2026.
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SUMMARY:Free First Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 5 from 5–9 PM for Free First Thursday\, featuring complimentary admission and extended hours to explore our galleries. This evening marks the closing of the 2026 Exposure Photography Festival with a vibrant lineup of interactive experiences. \nGet creative at our Animal Collage Art Activation\, inspired by the exhibition Entwined\, or step into a professional Portrait Booth with Heather Saitz\, who will use the gallery’s iconic brutalist architecture as a backdrop for thoughtful\, site-specific portraits. You can also participate in the Alcove Photo Club Print Exchange\, a community-driven one-for-one swap where you contribute one 5×7 photographic print and take home a print made by someone else. Prints can be dropped off during the event\, printed onsite\, or sent to APC in advance for pre-printing. It’s a one-for-one exchange rooted in generosity\, community\, and shared inspiration. \nStop by and visit our community partner booths\, Calgary Climate Hub and Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) \nClimate Hub is a volunteer-led\, registered charity that unites a diverse group of Calgarians committed to working together to support meaningful local action in response to climate change. It represents a variety of communities\, industries\, cultures\, and causes\, working together to develop communities of mutual aid and equity\, with the hope of cultivating care for our earth and each other. \nThe Southern Alberta Chapter of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society’s mission is to conserve the vital ecological functions of Southern Alberta’s public lands and waters\, including our parks and protected areas\, in collaboration with Albertans\, and in a way that advances reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples \nThroughout the night\, our bar will serve a thoughtful selection of wine\, craft beer\, and non-alcoholic beverages. \nArt for All – FREE with registration. \nOn view:\n– Entwined\n– Nelly-Eve Rajotte: Trees communicate with each other at 220 hertz\n– Exposure 2026 Photography Festival\n  – Lana Collins: All My Sisters\n  – The North West Showcase\n  – The International Open Call\n  – NEXTDOOR\n  – Here\, Together
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LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4\, US
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