cSPACE Marda Loop

Opening Reception: The Extraordinary, Ordinary Nature of Interabled Love
2024-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop (formerly cSPACE King Edward), 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, #4th Flr, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop
Gallery Level 1
July 30th-August 24
Reception August 1st, 7pm-9pm in the Studio Theatre.
An art exhibit exploring romantic love and disability through paintings of everyday moments between the artist and her husband.
In her solo exhibit, Athena Cooper paints the interabled love story between herself and her able-bodied husband highlighting the everyday moments that make up their life together—from the mundane to the life-changing.
Born with the rare genetic disorder Osteogenesis Imperfecta (aka “brittle bone disease”) and a wheelchair user since the age of six. Athena struggled with society’s ill-fitting narrative around disability that suggested finding a romantic partner would be an impossible task.
The reception will celebrate the culmination of two years of creative work. Light refreshments will be served along with live music provided by local cellist, Liam Epp.
The exhibit is made possible with the generous support of Canada Council for the Arts, Calgary Arts Development and the City of Calgary. It will be open to the public from July 30th to August 24th.

Quest Theatre Summer Camps for Kids: August 5-9
2024-08-05 - 2024-08-09 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Unlock Your Child’s Creativity: One-Week Theatre Camps with Quest Theatre
Kids can be shy or enthusiastic, intellectual, or physical, imaginative, or quiet – but they all have great stories to tell. Creating a show in one-week time is an exhilarating experience! Each class at camp is facilitated by two professional artists that love sharing their expertise in and passion for theatre making with young people. Quest Theatre camps support all levels of creative development and nurture the organic ridiculous and brilliant ideas of your child!
More info and registration here: https://www.questtheatre.org/summer-camps

A Capella Group Kiva Concert
2024-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop Studio Theatre
August 8, 2024
7pm
Making Moves, Starting Waves
August 8th, we’ll be performing unique a cappella arrangements that will have you tapping your feet and feeling all the feels!
About Kiva
Kiva is an 8-voice, a cappella group from Calgary, AB, Canada. They recently released their debut album “Familiar Faces” in 2016 which features a mix of vocal jazz, pop, light rock, folk arrangements, and new compositions by Canadian composers.

The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop
2024-08-10 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop – Art Park
Join us at The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop for a vibrant fusion of art, culture, and foodie goodies! Enjoy a lively atmosphere celebrating local talents and flavours.
Here’s What’s On the Market Music Stage for August 10

10am – Fromage Chaud
12pm – Natalie Chai

More info on our Market page here: https://cspacemardaloop.com/the-market/jube-school/the-market-august-10-24/
For details on our vendors and updates on upcoming Markets please follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cspace.market

Quest Theatre Summer Camps for Kids: August 12-16
2024-08-12 - 2024-08-16 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada

Classic Car Show
2024-08-18 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop – Art Park
If you have a classic car, come down and show it off (no registration required). If you’re a fan, then check out the history, art and design on display in automotive form. Enjoy a performance by The JT Band and free lunch for all car owners. Donations for the Food Bank are welcome.
Hosted by The Edward and cSPACE Marda Loop on August 18 from 1-3 pm.

The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop
2024-08-24 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop – Art Park
Join us at The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop for a vibrant fusion of art, culture, and foodie goodies! Enjoy a lively atmosphere celebrating local talents and flavours.
Here’s What’s On the Market Music Stage for August 24

10am – Geoff Mackenzie
12pm – Jordan Clermont

Plus a special Jubefest performance from local favourites The Heebee-jeebees.
More info on our Market page here: https://cspacemardaloop.com/the-market/jube-school/the-market-august-10-24/
For details on our vendors and updates on upcoming Markets please follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cspace.market

The Heebee Jeebees
2024-08-24 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
FREE (donations welcomed)
Get ready to get happy as Jubefest brings Calgary’s favourite a capella group to the Studio Theatre for a free, all ages performance.

In a special partnership with cSPACE, Jubefest presents a series of FREE concerts at cSPACE (1721 29th Ave) this summer. August 24th brings The Heebee Jeebees to the Studio Theatre.
The Heebee-jeebees are a 4-man Canadian comic a cappella quartet formed in 1993 to meet girls, who have over the past 30 years sung thousands of performances, appeared on local, national and international radio, television and print. The group has a reputation for being hilarious, entertaining and extremely talented.
(Bio courtesy https://www.heebee-jeebees.com. Photo credit: Neil Zeller)

Open Studio and Artist talk by Raha Jazayeri
2024-08-29 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Come hang out at Open Studio and hear Raha Jazayeri on her art. This is in partnership with ICAI and CAAF. It’s gonna be a blast!

Open Studio and Artist talk by Raha Jazayeri
Come join us for a special event at cSPACE King Edward! Explore the creative world of artist Raha Jazayeri in this unique in person experience. Witness her artistic process in action during the Open Studio session, and then dive deeper into her story during the Artist Talk. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with a talented artist and gain insight into her captivating work. This is a partnered event of the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation (ICAI) and the Calgary Allied Arts Foundation (CAAF). Hope to see you there!

The studio address is:Tree House Space at cSPACE King Edward1721 29th Avenue SWCalgary, AB T2T 6T7

Sarina Homes Stage: End of Summer Beer Garden
2024-08-29 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop – Art Park
On the Sarina Homes Stage:
Kirby Sewell rocks the End of Summer Beer Garden. Great music, refreshing beverages, and good friends!
Make your summer last a little longer at the cSPACE End of Summer Beer Garden. Featuring free entertainment from the Kirby Sewell Trio. Enjoy good music, refreshing beverages at the cash bar with selections from Blindman Brewing. Purchase a hand-crafted beer stein from the Alberta Craft Council and your first fill is on us!
About Kirby
Kirby Sewell is a powerhouse in Calgary’s vibrant music scene, known for his commanding voice and electrifying stage presence. As a blues artist with a soulful edge, Sewell’s music is a compelling blend of raw emotion, masterful storytelling, and dynamic instrumentation. His larger-than-life persona and heartfelt performances have earned him a dedicated following and critical acclaim.
Special thanks to our event sponsor, Sarina Homes, for supporting live music in Calgary.

Paper Craft Workshop (for family) at Hong Kong Culture Days
2024-08-31 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Led by craftsman artist Amanda Cheng, this workshop is a hands-on Chinese paper crafting experience.

導師Amanda Cheng 是仙之居（紙藝）設計工作室創辦人， 也是一位紙藝師及藝術家。在她的帶領下，參加者有機會親身體驗紙藝製作。此工作坊聯繫到人與人之間的關係，並為紙紮工藝品的刻板認知帶出新觀點。
Led by craftsman and artist Amanda Cheng, founder of Soul House (Paper Art) Design Studio, the workshop will be a hands-on experience bringing a new perspective to the tradition of Chinese paper craft offerings, and a reflection on the themes of connection and relationship.
活動詳情：
Workshop details:
時間 Time：August 31,2024 11:00-12:30
名額Class Size：6對（親子Family）
收費Fee：$20/對（包括材料 Materials are included）
地點Venue：Multi-functional Room, 4th Floor, cSPACE, 1721 29 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 6T7
導師Instructor：立體紙藝及麵塑藝術家Amanda Cheng , Artist of Paper Craft and figurine
*票價不包括Eventbrite 手續費 Eventbrite service fee is not included in the above ticket price)

不設退票。Tickets are not refundable .
如有任何爭議，Echo Theatre 保留最終決定權。 In case of disputes, Echo Theatre reserves the right for final decision.
主辦 Host : 卡加利香港文化節 Hong Kong Culture Day@YYC ; Echo Theatre

Hong Kong Culture Days: Flower Pounding Workshop (for Families)
2024-08-31 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
由押花講師及藝術家Kay Kei 教大家保留植物原色創造美麗嘅作品, 歡迎一家大小報名參加!
Learn how to preserve the natural colours of plants to create pressed flower art with your kid!
日本押花講師及藝術家紀藝萍從事植物相關創作及藝術教育多年。香港成長，2021年移居加拿大。
Kay Kei is a pressed flower artist, certified pressed flower tutor, and art educator. Kay grew up in Hong Kong and received a BFA in photographic design, and moved to Calgary in 2021 to continue her studies. She has been engaged in botanical art creation and art education for 18 years.
活動詳情：
時間Time：31 August 2024, 15:00-16:30
名額 Class Size：6對 6 pairs（親子 Family）
收費Fee：$20/對（包括材料 Materials are included）
地點Venue：Multi-functional Room, 4th Floor, cSPACE, 1721 29 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 6T7
導師Tutor：Kay Kei 植物敲拓染導師 Tutor of Flower Pounding
*票價不包括Eventbrite 手續費 Eventbrite service fee is not included in the above ticket price)

不設退票。Tickets are not refundable .
如有任何爭議，Echo Theatre 保留最終決定權。 In case of disputes, Echo Theatre reserves the right for final decision.
主辦 Host : 卡加利香港文化節 Hong Kong Culture Day@YYC ; Echo Theatre

Hong Kong Culture Days: Flower Pounding Workshop (for Adults)
2024-08-31 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
RGO Treehouse, 4th Floor
cSPACE Marda Loop

由押花講師及藝術家Kay Kei 教大家如何保留植物原色黎創造美麗嘅作品，歡迎大家一起報名參加！
Learn how to preserve the natural colors of plants to create beautiful pressed flower art!
日本押花講師及藝術家紀藝萍從事植物相關創作及藝術教育多年。香港成長，2021年移居加拿大。
Kay Kei is a pressed flower artist, certified pressed flower tutor, and art educator. Kay grew up in Hong Kong and received a BFA in photographic design, and moved to Calgary in 2021 to continue her studies. She has been engaged in botanical art creation and art education for 18 years.
活動詳情：
時間Time：31 August 2024, 17:00-18:30
名額 Class Size：12人 （成人 Adult）
收費Fee：$10（包括材料 Materials are included）
地點Venue：
導師Tutor：Kay Kei 植物敲拓染導師 Tutor of Flower Pounding
*票價不包括Eventbrite 手續費 Eventbrite service fee is not included in the above ticket price)

不設退票。Tickets are not refundable .
如有任何爭議，Echo Theatre 保留最終決定權。 In case of disputes, Echo Theatre reserves the right for final decision.
主辦 Host : 卡加利香港文化節 Hong Kong Culture Day@YYC ; Echo Theatre

Casa Mexico 15th Anniversary Exhibition
2024-09-03 - 2024-09-28 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Join Us for CASA MEXICO’s 15TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION!

Casa Mexico Foundation warmly invites you, your family, friends, and all the community to celebrate our 15th Anniversary with a spectacular Exhibition this September 2024 at cSpace Marda Loop!

Immerse yourself in a cultural journey through our rich history, art, and traditions of Mexican heritage.

Imagine Canada and CCVO Sector Social
2024-09-05 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Join nonprofit sector colleagues for a catered social mixer, hosted by CCVO & Imagine Canada and welcoming Calgary and area MPs. Join nonprofit sector colleagues after work on September 5, 2024 for a catered social mixer, hosted by CCVO & Imagine Canada and welcoming Calgary and area members of Parliament. Seize the chance to meet peers & discuss sector priorities with invited local-area MPs. Let’s ensure they return to Ottawa this fall with nonprofits on their minds.
There will be a cash bar and light catering available. Please RSVP, as space is limited.
Getting to cSPACE Marda Loop

Parking is available at cSPACE Marda Loop.
Bus routes 6,7, and 22 have stops closeby.

The event will be held in the Studio Theatre on the first floor.

Yes, Mother! (Mouthpiece and Bull Skit Comedy)
2024-09-06 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Mouthpiece and Bull Skit Comedy present Yes, Mother! (18+)
An all-women’s show that blends sketch, improv, and music into a riotous exploration of motherhood, and the feminine experience. Laugh, reflect, and rally as we spotlight the highs and lows of motherhood, punctuated with hormone quirks, menopausal moments, and a bold soundtrack that flips the script.
We reclaim the hills, transforming them into a rallying cry against the patriarchy.
September 6 cSPACE Marda Loop, Calgary (Studio Theatre)
Doors at 7PM
Show at 8PM

ArtPoint presents: Regenerate 2.0
2024-09-09 - 2024-09-14 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop
3rd Floor Gallery
Join us for Regenerate 2.0, a dynamic group art exhibition from Artpoint. This show explores themes of renewal and transformation through a diverse array of artistic expressions.
The opening reception will be held on September 12th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come meet the artists, experience their work, and be part of this vibrant community celebration.
https://www.artpoint.ca/event-details-registration/regenerate-2-0

Buddha, Body and Brain
2024-09-09 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
The practice and health benefits of Mindfulness Meditation has gained much attention in the last decade in the western world.
In this course for CALL members we will experience the health benefits of the meditative practices of “paying attention on purpose, in the moment, without judgement”.
Starting Monday, September 9th cSPACE Marda Loop, Room 310.
Learn more and register on the CALL website.

Intermediate Bridge Club
2024-09-09 15:15 - 18:00, 2024-09-16 15:15 - 18:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
This friendly CALL bridge group has players at intermediate and advanced skill levels.
Some meet in person at cSPACE Marda Loop, while some prefer to meet online using BBO and Zoom.
CALL Members please register on the website.
Not a CALL Member? Now is a great time to join. Your annual fee provides access to many Interest Groups and monthly Speaker Events.

CALL Member Weekly Guitar Jam
2024-09-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-19 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Invitation to Calgary Association of Lifelong Learners (CALL) members.
Bring your guitar and a favourite song and join other CALL members for Guitar Jam. Weekly events are held in the CALL room, Suite #310, at cSPACE Marda Loop.
Thursdays 10am-12pm.
To learn more please email: info@calgarylifelonglearners.ca
Not yet a CALL member? Now is a great time to join and enjoy a full year of “making music” or joining other Interest Groups at cSPACE Marda Loop. Annual fee $50 — learn more: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/Membership

cSPACE Wordfreaks
2024-09-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-19 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
CALL Members, if you enjoy word games, join us to battle wits over creating words with the letters we are dealt.
Not easy to make a word if you have a fistful of vowels or indeed if you have no vowels! There are some rules to learn but you will have very willing helpers as guides. We have Lots of laughs and some serious debates about whether a word is legitimate.
We play every Thursday 1-3 pm in Room 310. If you are not sure, join us on a Thursday and give it a try.
Register on the CALL website.

Dancing in the Ashes (Sun.Ergos)
2024-09-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-09-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-09-15 14:30 - 16:30 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop
Studio Theatre
Sun.Ergos, a Company of Theatre and Dance presents:
Dancing in the Ashes
When tears wash the windows of our souls, we can see the light again.
Dancer: Dana Luebke
Choreography: Dana Luebke and Erin Thompson
Dancing in the Ashes is an exploration of the gifts that grieving the loss of someone you love can bring. How holding space for both sorrow and joy can deepen our shared human experience as we are invited to simply witness each other’s vulnerability. I believe when we express our own sorrow and loss and bear witness to the sorrow of others, we strengthen connections to our humanity and to others, allowing our hearts to begin heal and attain a sense of peace.
SHOWS
September 13 & 14 at 7:30 pm
September 15 at 2:30 pm

Alberta Craft Gallery Presents: Coming Up Next
2024-09-14 - 2024-11-02 | Alberta Craft Gallery & Shop – Calgary, 280, 1721 29 AVE SW Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Exhibition September 14 – November 2, 2024
Alberta Craft Gallery and Shop
On Level 2 of cSPACE Marda Loop
Celebrating the creativity, innovation and skill of emerging, Canadian Craft artists, Coming Up Next is an exhibition of works selected from a diverse variety of approaches, mediums, and regions. Coming Up Next 2024 is an exciting collection of works in Fibre, Ceramics, Mixed Media, Fish Leather, and Metal, made by artists from Ontario, British Columbia, the NWT and of course, Alberta.

The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop
2024-09-14 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop – Art Park
Join us at The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop for a vibrant fusion of art, culture, and foodie goodies! Enjoy a lively atmosphere celebrating local talents and flavours.
Here’s What’s On the Sarina Homes Stage for September 14

10am – Alice Jane
12pm – Prairie Soul Revue

KidsZone
The Alberta Craft Gallery (Calgary) will be hosting another make-and-take craft session with @copperlizardstudio on the 2nd floor for a free craft activity open to all ages and abilities!
More info

More info on our Market page here: https://cspacemardaloop.com/the-market/jube-school/the-market-august-10-24/
For details on our vendors and updates on upcoming Markets please follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cspace.market

Special “Thank You For the Music” to our newest sponsor, Sarina Homes.

Alliançe Française presents: Soledad
2024-09-16 - 2024-10-13 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 3 Gallery
From September 16th to October 13th at cSPACE Marda Loop, explore the evocative world of Sébastien Roignant, a Breton photographer now based in Lyon. In his exhibition, Soledad, Roignant invites you to reconnect with the untamed beauty of nature, reflecting on the delicate balance between serenity and danger.
