Calgary Readings & Lectures
Feb 07
Where: EPCOR CENTRE’s Jack Singer Concert Hall
Tickets: $20-$50
Description: Take an epic global journey in search of the secrets of our distant past. Since 2005 Spencer Wells, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence and director of the Genographic Project, has led a team of scientists in collecting hundreds of thousands of DNA samples from participants around the world. Wells is creating a detailed, genetically-based map of human migration, using clues in our own cells to show how modern humans came to populate the planet after leaving the cradle of Africa some 60,000 years ago. In Wells’ fascinating report on the Project’s findings, illustrated with images and video of his travels around the globe, you’ll retrace humanity’s first tentative steps away out of our African homeland…to the peopling of Asia, Europe, and the Americas…to the complex ethnic and cultural tapestry that humans have woven around the planet. An entertaining and engaging presenter who can uncover the stories hidden beneath mountains of data, Wells will show how our latest scientific tools are providing us with new answers to some of our oldest questions: where did we come from, and how did we get to where we live today?
Where: EPCOR CENTRE’s Jack Singer Concert Hall
Tickets: $20-$50
Description: Take an epic global journey in search of the secrets of our distant past. Since 2005 Spencer Wells, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence and director of the Genographic Project, has led a team of scientists in collecting hundreds of thousands of DNA samples from participants around the world. Wells is creating a detailed, genetically-based map of human migration, using clues in our own cells to show how modern humans came to populate the planet after leaving the cradle of Africa some 60,000 years ago. In Wells’ fascinating report on the Project’s findings, illustrated with images and video of his travels around the globe, you’ll retrace humanity’s first tentative steps away out of our African homeland…to the peopling of Asia, Europe, and the Americas…to the complex ethnic and cultural tapestry that humans have woven around the planet. An entertaining and engaging presenter who can uncover the stories hidden beneath mountains of data, Wells will show how our latest scientific tools are providing us with new answers to some of our oldest questions: where did we come from, and how did we get to where we live today?
- Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts Address: 205 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB T2G 0K9
Debut Author Spotlight w/ Rhi Paille
Feb 15
Rhi is heading out across Canada! The tour kicks off in Winnipeg and will visit Regina, Saskatoon, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver.
The 411:
Watch the Fos Trailer!
Hear Rhi read an excerpt from Flame of Surrender!
(it might even be a deleted scene!)
Watch a special preview of the Flame of Justice (FoJ) Trailer!
Rhi might read a special teaser excerpt from FoJ!
Get your copy of FoS (and get it signed)
Free signed poster w/ Purchase (you like stuff like that right?)
Free signed bookmark just for coming out! (yeah we're bribing you but the bookmarks are pretty!)
Rhi is heading out across Canada! The tour kicks off in Winnipeg and will visit Regina, Saskatoon, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver.
The 411:
Watch the Fos Trailer!
Hear Rhi read an excerpt from Flame of Surrender!
(it might even be a deleted scene!)
Watch a special preview of the Flame of Justice (FoJ) Trailer!
Rhi might read a special teaser excerpt from FoJ!
Get your copy of FoS (and get it signed)
Free signed poster w/ Purchase (you like stuff like that right?)
Free signed bookmark just for coming out! (yeah we're bribing you but the bookmarks are pretty!)
Feb 18
One of the most fascinating areas of Astronomy research is the study of black holes. Predicted by Albert Einstein and discovered in 1916, black holes continue to test the scientific theories of gravity, light and matter. Dr. Phil Langill will be our tour guide for the evening, presenting some of the latest research and discoveries related to these intriguing celestial phenomena.
The sky will offer a great opportunity to observe Venus, Jupiter and Mars. We’ll have our telescopes ready with our monthly In the Sky presentation.
Speaker Dr. Phil Langill
Entrance fee: $20 per car or $10 per person
One of the most fascinating areas of Astronomy research is the study of black holes. Predicted by Albert Einstein and discovered in 1916, black holes continue to test the scientific theories of gravity, light and matter. Dr. Phil Langill will be our tour guide for the evening, presenting some of the latest research and discoveries related to these intriguing celestial phenomena.
The sky will offer a great opportunity to observe Venus, Jupiter and Mars. We’ll have our telescopes ready with our monthly In the Sky presentation.
Speaker Dr. Phil Langill
Entrance fee: $20 per car or $10 per person
- Rothney Astrophysical Observatory Address: 30 min southwest of downtown Calgary, off Hwy 22, Priddis area AB Canada
Feb 19
Deepak Chopra Keynote Address at 8pm at the Telus Convention Centre.
Deepak Chopra Keynote Address at 8pm at the Telus Convention Centre.
- TELUS Convention Centre Address: 120 Ninth Avenue SE Calgary Alberta T2G 0P3
Feb 19
The Seed Event: Navigating a New World featuring Deepak Chopra at the Telus Convention Centre. 10am.
The Seed Event: Navigating a New World featuring Deepak Chopra at the Telus Convention Centre. 10am.
- TELUS Convention Centre Address: 120 Ninth Avenue SE Calgary Alberta T2G 0P3
Mar 13
Where: EPCOR CENTRE’s Jack Singer Concert Hall
Tickets: $20-$50
Description: Experience the life of a National Geographic photographer—and meet a true pioneer who figured out how to balance work and family. One of the Society’s first female photographers, Annie Griffiths has worked on every continent except Antarctica, while raising two children. Perhaps the only professional photographer ever to pack her camera gear in Pampers, she stayed close to her kids without putting the brakes on her career—even if it meant bringing them with her on assignment to distant places like the ruins of Petra or the Galápagos Islands. In this lavish photographic journey, Griffiths shares three decades of international travel, intimate moments, and poignant stories. She’ll also discuss her work with Ripple Effect Images, a team of photojournalists who document aid programs empowering women in emerging nations worldwide.
Where: EPCOR CENTRE’s Jack Singer Concert Hall
Tickets: $20-$50
Description: Experience the life of a National Geographic photographer—and meet a true pioneer who figured out how to balance work and family. One of the Society’s first female photographers, Annie Griffiths has worked on every continent except Antarctica, while raising two children. Perhaps the only professional photographer ever to pack her camera gear in Pampers, she stayed close to her kids without putting the brakes on her career—even if it meant bringing them with her on assignment to distant places like the ruins of Petra or the Galápagos Islands. In this lavish photographic journey, Griffiths shares three decades of international travel, intimate moments, and poignant stories. She’ll also discuss her work with Ripple Effect Images, a team of photojournalists who document aid programs empowering women in emerging nations worldwide.
- Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts Address: 205 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB T2G 0K9
Apr 25
Where: EPCOR CENTRE’s Jack Signer Concert Hall
Tickets: $20-$50
Description: Take an awe-inspiring journey around the world, one that features unique perspectives on some of Earth’s natural wonders—the Okavango Delta, Iceland’s glaciers and the rainforests of Southeast Asia. Your guide? Mattias Klum, one of the most important natural history photographers of our time. Klum’s work documenting our planet’s biodiversity has earned him a medal from the King of Sweden and designation as a 2008 Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. His dynamic storytelling and award-winning photographs and film documentaries convey a resonant message, encouraging us to lighten our footprint on Earth and to consider the legacy we will leave to those who follow. Through Klum’s camera lens, you’ll get an up-to-date report on the state of our planet. And, you’ll marvel at the beauty of nature as captured in striking new photographs and high-definition video footage from his most recent expeditions to the world’s last wild places. Though his trademark humour, passion, and optimism, Klum reaches audiences on an emotional level, pairing absorbing scientific observations with concrete solutions for protecting the natural world.
Where: EPCOR CENTRE’s Jack Signer Concert Hall
Tickets: $20-$50
Description: Take an awe-inspiring journey around the world, one that features unique perspectives on some of Earth’s natural wonders—the Okavango Delta, Iceland’s glaciers and the rainforests of Southeast Asia. Your guide? Mattias Klum, one of the most important natural history photographers of our time. Klum’s work documenting our planet’s biodiversity has earned him a medal from the King of Sweden and designation as a 2008 Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. His dynamic storytelling and award-winning photographs and film documentaries convey a resonant message, encouraging us to lighten our footprint on Earth and to consider the legacy we will leave to those who follow. Through Klum’s camera lens, you’ll get an up-to-date report on the state of our planet. And, you’ll marvel at the beauty of nature as captured in striking new photographs and high-definition video footage from his most recent expeditions to the world’s last wild places. Though his trademark humour, passion, and optimism, Klum reaches audiences on an emotional level, pairing absorbing scientific observations with concrete solutions for protecting the natural world.
- Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts Address: 205 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB T2G 0K9
TBA
The Body, Soul and Spirit Expo happens at the Stampede Park's Big four building and features numerous exhibits, lectures and workshops make this event a one-stop bonanza for those seeking a more holistic lifestyle. The healing arts, intuitive arts, products and resources will be available from local stores and practitioners, as well as international experts, authors and personalities from across Canada, the U.S. and around the World.
The Body, Soul and Spirit Expo happens at the Stampede Park's Big four building and features numerous exhibits, lectures and workshops make this event a one-stop bonanza for those seeking a more holistic lifestyle. The healing arts, intuitive arts, products and resources will be available from local stores and practitioners, as well as international experts, authors and personalities from across Canada, the U.S. and around the World.
- Big Four Building Address: 1410 Olympic Way SE, Stampede Park Calgary AB CAN T2P 2K8
TBA
Aiming to bring readers and writers together, WordFest was started by Mount Royal University, the Banff Centre, the Calgary Public Library, and the Writers' Guild of Alberta. At numerous venues throughout Calgary and Banff, authors read from their works in a celebration of the spoken and written word.
Aiming to bring readers and writers together, WordFest was started by Mount Royal University, the Banff Centre, the Calgary Public Library, and the Writers' Guild of Alberta. At numerous venues throughout Calgary and Banff, authors read from their works in a celebration of the spoken and written word.
TBA
FIRE & ICE
The following societies CSPG, CSEG and APEGGA (CSPG - Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists, CSEG - Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists, and APEGGA - The Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta) present the Honorary Address a public outreach.
The Honorary Address is an annual public educational event hosted by the Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists and the Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists that began in the 1960s. It consists of a series of technically relevant presentations geared at informing people of all ages about earth science issues from the past, present and future. The Honorary Address not only reaches out to youth to encourage an interest in earth sciences but also attempts to bridge a gap between the geosciences community and the general public in order to provide individuals with pertinent technical facts for informed decision making. This event provides a forum for insightful thought, engaging questions and the ever important opportunity to never stop learning.
The Title this year is Fire & Ice
FIRE & ICE
The following societies CSPG, CSEG and APEGGA (CSPG - Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists, CSEG - Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists, and APEGGA - The Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta) present the Honorary Address a public outreach.
The Honorary Address is an annual public educational event hosted by the Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists and the Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists that began in the 1960s. It consists of a series of technically relevant presentations geared at informing people of all ages about earth science issues from the past, present and future. The Honorary Address not only reaches out to youth to encourage an interest in earth sciences but also attempts to bridge a gap between the geosciences community and the general public in order to provide individuals with pertinent technical facts for informed decision making. This event provides a forum for insightful thought, engaging questions and the ever important opportunity to never stop learning.
The Title this year is Fire & Ice
- Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Address: 1415 - 14 Avenue NW Calgary AB T2N 1 M4
TBA
3 days training for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Learn the secrets of success from multi-millionaire entrepreneurs, trainers and successful coaches. Discover how to capitalize on the internet, how to market your business properly, how to leverage the media and how to grow your business quickly and inexpensively.
3 days training for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Learn the secrets of success from multi-millionaire entrepreneurs, trainers and successful coaches. Discover how to capitalize on the internet, how to market your business properly, how to leverage the media and how to grow your business quickly and inexpensively.
TBA
The Integrated Health Institute presents their annual lecture series on holistic health and wellness. This series of inspiring, entertaining and informative lectures connects the audience with four renowned health experts. Ross Glen Hall.
The Integrated Health Institute presents their annual lecture series on holistic health and wellness. This series of inspiring, entertaining and informative lectures connects the audience with four renowned health experts. Ross Glen Hall.
- Mount Royal University Calgary Address: 4825 Richard Rd SW Calgary AB CAN T3E 6K6
