cSPACE Marda Loop
A place for creative boundary crossings
A place for creative boundary crossings
Arts-centered and community-driven, cSPACE Marda Loop is an innovative creative hub, coworking and event venue. A place where visitors engage with diverse arts and culture programming, performances and inspiring artist studios. Enjoy the fully accessible facility with onsite café, free exhibition and craft galleries, and stunning public art works. Within a reimagined historic sandstone school, come explore how creativity thrives in vibrant communities.
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News, member stories, artist profiles, events and more from the creative hub at cSPACE Marda Loop.
Please be advised: Saturday, November 23rd’s artist reception for Hervert Sanchez has been postponed due to weather. @sanbel99
Join Us for CSMN Calgary 2025 – Applications Open!
Applications are now open for the Creative Spaces Mentoring Network (CSMN) Calgary 2025 program! There are three weeks left to submit your Mentee or Mentor application form.
If you have a space project on the horizon, consider joining our supportive network of arts and culture professionals based in Calgary. We welcome applications from leaders working in the arts, heritage, and related sectors.
What to Expect from CSMN Calgary:
This program is designed to help arts leaders develop the skills necessary to manage and acquire creative spaces. You`ll connect with fellow participants in a collaborative community, meeting for up to three hours per month over seven months.
Program Highlights:
🖋️ Kick-Off, Mid-Point, and Wrap-Up Webinars: Engage in key learning sessions throughout the program.
Resources & Learning Opportunities:
🖋️ Access valuable materials tailored to your project needs.
Support from cSPACE, Calgary Arts Development, and ArtsBuild Ontario: 🖋️Enjoy dedicated guidance throughout your journey.
Interested in Joining?
🖋️If you`re an arts and culture leader looking for a valuable learning experience, we encourage you to apply:
Applications are due by Monday, December 16th, 2024.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Eva Hellreich, Program Manager at ArtsBuild Ontario, at programs@artsbuildontario.ca.
We look forward to welcoming you to CSMN Calgary 2025!
Link in our bio to find out more!
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FLASHBACK!!
On Saturday November 9th The Market filled the halls of cSPACE Marda Loop with top notch local vendors selling gifts and goodies of all kinds.
A big thanks and best of the season to all of the Vendors and Visitors who made our Holiday Market so special!
If you didn`t make it out to the Market last weekend, don`t despair! cSPACE Marda Loop still has great #shoplocal options for your holiday gift giving! Check out our Community Directory on our website to see all the fantastic arts and craft retailers who make cSPACE home.
Extra special thanks to @biavasconcelos._ and @katewares for all their hard work and creativity!
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Holiday Market is on until 4pm! Come and join the fun! 🎊
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cSPACE Marda Loop will be closed on Monday November 11th for Remembrance Day.
We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, November 12th.
#lestweforget #remembranceday #canada #cspace #cspaceprojects #cspacemardaloop
Join us Saturday, November 9th, 2024 at cSPACE Marda Loop for our very first indoor HOLIDAY Market! ❄️
Come and stock up on goodies from your favourite summer vendors, plus check out some wonderful new vendors as well. Select members of our creative community will also have their doors open for visitors, including Aroma Cafe, Alberta Craft Council, Feast Studio, and Anneke Forbes Design! 🎁
There will be festive music and photo opportunities and even crafts for the kiddies! 📸
So mark your calendars, gather the whole family and come get into the seasonal spirit at cSPACE Marda Loop. 🌲
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Applications Now Open for CSMN Calgary 2025!
Announcing the second iteration of the Creative Space Mentoring Network (CSMN) in Calgary presented by cSPACE, Calgary Arts Development, and ArtsBuild Ontario! We are looking for mentors and mentees who are interested in participating.
Through CSMN, leaders in Calgary’s arts community who are responsible for their spaces, capital-related issues, or are seeking to acquire or establish physical or digital creative space will have the unique opportunity of one-to-one learning with an experienced professional in Calgary’s arts and heritage sector. We encourage interested arts leaders who are engaged at any level of creative space development to apply!
cSPACE, Calgary Arts Development and ArtsBuild Ontario will work collectively to match cultural leaders with experienced Mentors from their own or other sectors. The mentoring teams will meet up to three hours monthly from April to September 2025. All teams will take part in a Kick-Off Workshop, Mid-Program Webinar and a Wrap-Up Workshop.
Find out more and learn how to apply at the link in our bio.
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One week from today!
🎉✨ Get ready to shop local this holiday season! We`re just one week away from the cSPACE Holiday Market on November 9th. Join us from 10am-4pm for a day of festive cheer, food, and unique, handcrafted finds. From art and jewelry to delicious treats, you’ll discover something special for everyone on your list. Come support local makers and enjoy a warm holiday vibe with friends and family! 🎄🎁
AND while you`re here, why not take in a special public performance of Quest Theatre`s fast paced, funny, family show, Snow White? (@questtheatre for tix and info)
About the show: When the rest of the cast fails to appear, two performers are left to tell the classic tale. Creative staging, music and imagination are woven together to present this innovative storytelling adventure proving that anyone can tell any story.
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