Raw Voices is a monthly spoken word, comedy and music show that happens last Friday of the month. This showcase will include feature performances from a local poet, comedian and music & open mics. This program is proudly sponsored by: Calgary Downtown Association!

Thursday Night Jams session are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. This week's jam is hosted by Julio!

Practicing Imagination work can support a work environment that is more playful, collaborative and immersive! We lost the value of play and imagination as adults, so let's remind ourselves of those familiar qualities we can practice in adulthood to boost our productivity!

The ASCN: Calgary Hub operates in partnership with Calgary Arts Development, Trico Changemakers Studio, and the International Centre of Art for Social Change. The primary mission of the Calgary Hub is to cultivate, promote, and nurture the field of art for social change and community-engaged arts in Calgary, harnessing its potential as a tool for driving social transformation.

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Join us at The Alcove for a beginner punch needle workshop where you'll learn the basics of punch needling.

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Experience the power of music beyond words at Words Just Aren’t Enough, an immersive instrumental concert where melodies tell the story. Through dynamic performances and heartfelt compositions, this event showcases the pure emotion and depth that only music can convey. Join us for an evening where sound speaks louder than language, taking you on a journey of feeling and expression.

Are you looking for a fun, inclusive, and supportive space to make crafts and hang out with other queer and trans people around your age? Join Calgary Outlink for a Crafty Afternoon Extravaganza!

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Calling all photography enthusiasts! Join us for a fun and interactive Photography Print Exchange, where local photographers of all levels can connect, learn, and share their passion for the art of photography. This event is in partnership with Alcove Photo Club!

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Thursday Night Jams session are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. This week's jam is hosted by Sean!

Spark conversations, break barriers, and brew community spirit at Grounds for Gathering, the Downtown Core Coffee Club! Join your neighbours for a free, inclusive monthly social hour.

Conduction is a method of guided group improvisation that uses hand signals and basic musical elements to provide a level playing field for musicians of different traditions and levels to create together.

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Jelly Ear is a group that explores contemporaneity within medieval music and experimental improvisation. Within this workshop hosted by NewWorks, you'll will look at several examples of medieval music.

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Conduction is a method of guided group improvisation that uses hand signals and basic musical elements to provide a level playing field for musicians of different traditions and levels to create together.

*Registration required

Thursday Night Jams session are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. This week's jam is hosted by Vtopia!

Come freestyle with us month at Cypher Club! Featuring performances from some incredible Cypher Club artists, followed by an open Cypher with @nasty_g_ on the decks!
Beats. Bars. Community.

Come down for a monthly installment of Window Case Concerts! Enjoy the tunes of Bisi Oladipo as you stroll down 7 avenue during lunchtime! There will also be a variety of art activities, and free hot chocolate and tea.

In this poetry workshop, we dive into turning your thoughts and feelings into poetry that really speaks to you and others.

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Come to Alcove for a 3D Collage workshop where you'll get to experience an experimental dive into the world of 3D collages. Attendees will create a multi-level 3d collage that plays with depth using paint, and markers.

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No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!

Thursday Night Jams session are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. This week's jam is hosted by Natalia Chai!

We have a new community mural on the wall of the "Den" (our workshop/paint room) for YOU to collaborate on from March until May! Come down to the opening and be the first to make your mark. The mural is led & designed by Finn F!

Come Jam & learn about different rhythm techniques with the talented Jonny Chavez. Whether you are an experienced musician or just a music-lover, this space is open to all skill levels to jam and make music during lunchtime. A variety of instruments will be provided including a keyboard, drum-kit, guitars, bass, and percussion instruments!

Join us at Alcove for a beginner crochet workshop where you'll learn the basics of crochet!

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Our drop-in art space is NOW BACK and open to the public 5 days a week (Wednesdays thru Sundays). Come get creative with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!

Raw Voices is a monthly spoken word, comedy and music show that happens last Friday of the month. This showcase will include feature performances from a local poet, comedian and music & open mics.

Thursday Night Jams session are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. This week's jam is hosted by SirTom!

Our Creatives Mixer are a quarterly networking event that brings together people that Alcove collaborates with, local creatives, individuals who work in the sector, and supporters! This event is in partnership with Art for Social Change Network: Calgary Hub. (ASCN).

*Registration required

In collaboration with Calgary Rando Photowalks, join us for a fun and interactive Photography Print Exchange, where local photographers of all levels can connect, learn, and share their passion for the art of photography.

*Registration required

Thursday Night Jams session are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. This week's jam is hosted by Pinky!

Spark conversations, break barriers, and brew community spirit at Grounds for Gathering, the Downtown Core Coffee Club! Join your neighbours at The Alcove for Arts Centre for a free, inclusive monthly social hour. No agenda, no judgment – just genuine connection with the neighbours who shape our downtown core.