cSPACE Marda Loop

Finding Peace and Joy Within (CALL)
2024-06-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-15 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Join the Calgary Association of Lifelong Learners (CALL) for the return of this popular program on meditation. Program runs for 8 weeks on Wednesdays at cSPACE Marda Loop, in the CALL suite # 310.
Dates
May 1 – June 19, 2024.
10am-12pm
Suite #310 at cSPACE Marda Loop
The facilitator, Barry Ronellenfitch has 45 years of experience with Yogic practices and over 1,000 hours of formal training.
Register on the CALL website.
Note – if you are not a CALL member, now is a great time to join. Your annual membership fee of $50 will extend to August 31 of 2025. You can join safely online or mail the membership form.
https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/

Kathy Lewis, New Paintings
2024-06-10 - 2024-06-29 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 1 Gallery
June 10-29
Public Artist Reception June 26th, 1pm-5pm
Kathy Lewis, a resident of Chartwell Fountains of Mission, is set to have her lifelong wish granted with an exhibition of her paintings. Lewis, who took up painting in retirement to stay mentally active and manage arthritis, discovered the Chartwell wish program through a newsletter. Her work will be showcased from June 10 to June 29, with an opening reception where attendees can meet the artist. Despite her modesty, Lewis hopes to sell her 29 pieces to fund her passion for art.
Don’t miss this chance to support a local artist and enjoy her unique collection!
Read the story here: https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/calgary-fundraiser-will-help-charity-grant-wishes-for-seniors-1.6898446

Storyland with the Instrumental Society of Calgary
2024-06-09 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop
Studio Theatre
Sunday, June 10th
3:00 pm
Storyland will take you on a musical journey, narrated throughout with works written for flute, viola and piano. Each piece is programmatic in nature, containing some extramusical meaning, story, legend or scenic description, bringing to life a whole range of feelings and emotions, from despair to ecstasy. Join us as we bring life to the stories of local living composers, Jessica MacMann and Arthur Bachmann alongside exquisite works of Grieg, Schumann, Debussy and more!
https://www.instrumentalsociety.ca/storyland

Riyoko: ReMake It! Pattern and Sewing Workshop
2024-06-08 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-06-01 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-25 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-18 10:00 - 13:00 UTC
Do you have that favourite vintage or fast fashion garment that you wish you could have forever, and make in a million colours? Want to recreate it? Come join us in the bright & spacious riyoko studio to learn how to make a pattern, sew a test fit, and learn skills to remake the piece you want to wear time after time.
This class is five 3-hour sessions. The next sessions are:
Saturday May 11, 18, 25 & June 1, 8 – 10 am to 1 pm
*Beginner sewing experience necessary.
*Students will be asked to bring up to three simple pieces that they’d like to remake, such as button up shirts, blouses, sweaters, slip dresses, pants or shorts (No zippers!).
*Students are encouraged to bring their own supplies (pencil, eraser, pins, measuring tape, fabric scissors, paper scissors) except rulers (which are available for class use, or purchase in the Riyoko Work/Shop during the class) and paper which is supplied by Riyoko Work/Shop.
*We believe in supporting small, and local. In that spirit, we will not accept local or small designer brands garments as samples to remake. We hope you understand!
Riyoko Studio, 1721 29 Ave SW, Suite 445

Songs of Manyselves
2024-06-07 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton)
A personal mythography of land, family, and belonging, for six singers, narrator, and ensemble.

Songs of Manyselves
Join us for the unveiling of a work-in-progress drama for six singers, narrator, and ensemble! The evening will feature new music and graphic poetry, written and composed by Sebastian Harmon Hutchings, exploring a non-linear narrative of their relationship to landscape and family heritage. Attempting a reckoning through shimmering beauty, the telling stitches together the ways that we frame ourselves, many selves living in a body, many selves living in a landscape.

Featuring:
Misha Maseka – Flowering Self
Allison Lynch – Protector Self
Dallas Hayes-Sparks – Grieving Self
Tayte Mitchell – Red Self
Branden Olsen – Reckoner
Kristian Lo – Silver Shifting Self
Genevieve Micheletti – Violin
Kathleen De Caen – Cello
Jiajia Li – Flute & Bass Flute
Natalia Peric – Clarinet & Bass Clarinet
Mark Dejong – Alto & Tenor Saxophones
Chris Sies – Percussion
Janna Sailor – Music Director

We acknowledge the support of Canada Council for the Arts, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and Calgary Arts Development.

Open Studio with Kenzie Housego
2024-06-06 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Open Studio with Kenzie Housego
CAAF Studio, suite #435 on Level 4 at cSPACE Marda Loop
Thursday, June 6 from 6:30 to 8:30pm
Come to the Calgary Allied Arts Foundation’s studio to meet our current resident, Kenzie Housego, and get a first hand look at her process.
Kenzie is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice includes textiles, embroidery, new media, and assemblage mediums. The use of technology such as LEDs, Arduino micro-controllers, texting, and screens within her research is symbolic of the virtual realms in which we participate as a society. Her recent series “IU” combines textile craft and technology to explore contemporary courtship, technology, and historical signs and signifiers connected to dating and romance. Housego’s artwork often offers an invitation for interactivity, encouraging viewers to shift from passive observers to active co-producers as they engage with the digital media, experiencing other points of view, and ultimately forming their own individual meanings.
Follow Kenzie on Instagram @kenziehousego or check out her website www.kenziehousego.com.

CAAF Open Studio with Kenzie Housego
2024-06-06 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada

CAAF Alumni Art Exhibition
2024-06-06 - 2024-06-29 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop | Hallway Gallery Level 3
Opening Reception: Thursday, June 6 from 6:30 to 8:30pm
AGM: 6:30pm
The first CAAF Studio Residency took place in 2007. Since then CAAF has provided 134 paid studio residencies to emerging artists. In this exhibition, we are pleased to showcase artwork by a selection of previous studio residents.
Exhibiting artists are:
Caitlin Thompson, Chris Savage, Adrianne Williams, Colleen Rauscher, Eveline Kolijn, Samantha Charette, Helen Young, Josh Brien, Dana Buzzee, Mabel Tan, Sarah van Sloten, Naomi B Cook, Elise Lavallee Findlay, Laura Admussen, Daniel Audet, Wei Li, Kate Ritchie, and Cassie Suche.

Summer Pop up
2024-06-01 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton)
Get ready for a fun-filled Summer Pop up event with live music, delicious food, and trendy vendors to shop from!

Welcome to the Summer Pop up event! Join us at cSPACE Marda Loop for a day filled with fun, music, and shopping. Discover unique local vendors offering everything from handmade crafts to delicious treats. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support small businesses and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere. Mark your calendars and bring your friends along for a memorable summer experience!

Film Screening of "Shakespeare: 21 Characters from 15 Plays"
2024-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Celebrating the Artistry of Robert Greenwood
cSPACE Marda Loop
Studio Theatre + Level 2 Gallery
5-7pm Gallery viewing
7pm Screening
Sun.Ergos presents a screening of Robert Greenwood’s last performance of Shakespeare: 21 Characters from 15 Plays.
From Showpass:
Come and experience a roller coaster of emotions as Bob transforms before your eyes into 21 of the bard’s characters. Marvel how Romeo’s ardour becomes Richard’s malevolent scheming. Laugh as Launce describes his attempt to train his beloved dog…
This is a live performance recording of Robert’s final presentation of his iconic one man show of which theatre critic Louis Hobson wrote:
It’s mesmerizing to watch Greenwood transform from one character to another. Shakespeare is a banquet not only for fans of the Bard but for anyone who loves theatre in its purest form… Even the most familiar speeches seem fresh. It’s a captivating and enthralling evening and one which should not be missed.
An exhibition of masks and props Robert created and costumes that he wore opens at 5pm. A retrospective selection of his paintings, drawings and sculptures are on view in the 2nd Floor Gallery all week.
Register at the link below for free tickets.
https://www.showpass.com/bobgreenwood/

Sustainability Matters: Calgary in Transition
2024-05-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-15 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Calgary Association of Lifelong Learners (CALL) presents a new Study Program with Dr. Noel Keough based on his book, “Sustainability Matters.”
Dr. Noel Keough is Associate Professor Emeritus at the University of Calgary, a co-founder of Civic Camp Calgary and the Sustainable Calgary Society, and a founding member of the Advisory Board to the Canadian Index of Wellbeing.
For six weeks, you can examine how we (re)build our city with justice, inclusion, human flourishing and harmony with the natural world front and centre.
More information on the website.

2 PERSPECTIVES ART EXHIBITION
2024-05-28 - 2024-06-10 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Patricia Salat & Miguel Barros
Art Exhibition
“2 PERSPECTIVES”
May 28th – June 10th 2024
cSPACE Marda Loop Level 1 Gallery
Two friends, both visual artists, living their lives apart have united to share a passion for art and concern for the environment. Together they embarked on a unique project that would intertwine their individual interpretations of the natural world, bringing their own distinct life experiences and creative perspectives. Recognizing the importance of preserving and cherishing the natural landscape that binds us all together.

Celebrating the Artistry of Bob Greenwood
2024-05-27 - 2024-06-08 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 2 Gallery
EXTENDED!
Celebrate the paintings, art, sculpture, and creative spirit of Bob Greenwood; an artist who made his impact felt around the globe.

Yenny Foulston Exhibition
2024-05-27 - 2024-06-01
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 4 Gallery
May 27-June 1
Yenny (pronounced Jenny) is the founder and lead photographer for Veleca Studios. Yenny is known for her Black & White landscape photography series, “The Sixteen,” where she features different cities around the world.
Opening Exhibition & Artist Talk
Friday May 31st
6:30pm-8:30pm
Drinks and light appetizers served.

Astralis Quartet presents Old Strathcona
2024-05-26 15:00 - 16:30 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
John Lowry, violin
Edmund Chung, violin
Marcin Swoboda, viola
Daniel Poceta, cello
The title work for this concert, Old Strathcona, is a new quartet by Kristin Flores, a well known composer, violinist and teacher in the Calgary area. The music is descriptive of the Old Strathcona neighbourhood in Edmonton. Also to be performed are youthful and exuberant works of Felix Mendelssohn and Calgary composer Roydon Tse, recently returned to Calgary after completing his PhD at University of Toronto.
$25 general admission, $12 students
Tickets also available by email (astralis.cms@gmail.com) & by phone or text (403-891-5615)

The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop
2024-05-25 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop – Art Park
Join us for a brand new outdoor inner-city market on Art Park at cSPACE Marda Loop!
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.
🌟 Highlights:
– Discover unique arts and crafts from talented vendors 🎨✂️
– Enjoy engaging free programming for kids from the amazing artists at Jube School 🧒🎨
– Explore a variety of fresh local produce and culinary delights from food vendors 🥦🍅
– Delight in live performances by both established and emerging artists 🎶🎤
Whether you’re in search of farm-fresh produce, one-of-a-kind handmade treasures, family-friendly activities, or simply want to groove to some tunes, The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop offers something special for everyone.

Art Exhibition, "2 Perspectives"
2024-05-22 - 2024-06-08 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Patricia Salat and Miguel Barros present, 2 PERSPECTIVES
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 1 Gallery
May 22 – June 8, 2024
Two friends, both visual artists, living their lives apart have united to share a passion for art and concern for the environment. Together they embarked on a unique project that would intertwine their individual interpretations of the natural world, bringing their own distinct life experiences and creative perspectives. Recognizing the importance of preserving and cherishing the natural landscape that binds us all together.

Día del Niño
2024-05-18 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Children’s Festival at cSPACE Marda Loop in the CASA Mexico Suite, Level 3, #390.
May 18, 2024
10am-6pm

Patternmaking 101
2024-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 UTC
Like making your own clothes but have a hard time finding patterns with that perfect fit? Come learn the foundational concepts of pattern making through flat pattern drafting & 3D form alteration, and tailoring. Learn how to take proper measurements, adjust patterns, cut, and sew a muslin to create a custom pattern.
This course is five 3-hour sessions. The next sessions are:
Thursday April 11, 25 & May 2, 9, 16 – 6 pm to 9 pm
*Equivalent experience or Pattern Making 101 is the recommended prerequisite for all other pattern making courses offered by Riyoko.
*Students are encouraged to bring their own supplies (pencil, eraser, pins, measuring tape, fabric scissors, paper scissors) except rulers (which are available for purchase in the Riyoko Work/Shop, and during the class) and paper and fabric, which is supplied by Riyoko Work/Shop.
Riyoko Studio, 1721 29 Ave SW, Suite 445

Gerry Mulhall Exhibition
2024-05-15 - 2024-05-25 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Up Your Alley
cSPACE Marda Loop
Gallery Level 2
May 15-25th
Artist Reception: Saturday May 18th, 2-5pm

Fabulous Over Forty Gala
2024-05-11 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
THE ULTIMATE MOTHER-DAUGHTER OUTING FOR MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND!
Join us for the Fabulous Over 40 Art Show Gala, celebrating the beauty and confidence of women over 40! It’s about empowerment, connection, and fun, featuring:
Stunning boudoir portrait artwork showcasing local women over 40.
State-of-the-art theatre showcasing behind-the-scenes and extra finished images of the Fabulous Over 40 participants.
A vibrant gala atmosphere with hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and networking opportunities.
A charity raffle in support of Made by Momma with incredible prizes including a “Chef at Home” experience – for up to 6 people. This would be a four-course meal! This is valued at $1000 (for 6), donated by Lina’s Market, and many more!
This in-person gathering is the perfect opportunity to meet the portrait artist, Laurie Brown, as well as the amazing, adventurous women who took part in this campaign and have embraced the joys of being Fabulous over 40. Do something unique with your mom that will spark a conversation with her about age, beauty, and confidence.
Bring your daughter to show her that beauty exists at ALL ages.
Bring your mother to show her how important it is to EXIST in photos at every stage of your life!
Have a conversation about what it means to be a woman at every age.
Let’s share stories, make new connections, and embrace our awesomeness together.
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate this incredible stage of life with like-minded people. It’s time to shine even brighter and show the world how fabulous we truly are!
A selection of food & beverages will be served throughout the afternoon. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
