Thursday Night Jam Sessions 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 cardanos!

Come down for a monthly installment of Window Case Concerts!

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.

*Registration required

This will be our final hurrah in Calgary before our big move. We would love to see everyone before we leave. Come socialize, do some art, have snacks, and listen to live music. Music will start at 5:00pm and end at 5:30pm. Performed by Tony Zazula.

City Building Program is back looking to engage and explore how artists and creatives can shape Calgary! As Calgary continues to grow let's ensure artists and creatives communities make their impact!

*Registration encouraged

Experience an evening of soul-stirring music with Yongo in an intimate, cozy setting. Blending heartfelt lyrics with smooth vocals and stripped-back arrangements, this special session invites you to connect deeply with the music and the artist in a relaxed, up-close atmosphere!

Mixtape Club is a space for MCs, poets, rappers, beatmakers and producers build out a collaborative mixtape. This project is hosted by Tribe Artist Society and led by the multi-talented, Emil Starlight. Come contribute, and grow with a community of musical creatives!

Thursday Night Jam Sessions 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 Polo Sho!

Come Jam & learn about different rhythm techniques with the talented Natalia Chai, 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!

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!

Experience the power of music beyond words at Words Just Aren’t Enough, an immersive instrumental concert where melodies tell the story.

Say yes to this fun, no-pressure, zero-skill required way to spend your Saturday at Alcove!

*Registration required

We are excited to celebrate Finn, and all the community members who have contributed to the community Mural! This is your last chance to make your mark on the wall, and see the final mural! Thank you to Calgary Arts Development for funding and supporting this project.

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 Jam Sessions 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 Bkay!

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

*Registration required

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!

*Registration required

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!

Drop-in Art Space is closed due to a private event! See you tomorrow (Sunday, May 25th). Thanks for your understanding!

Mixtape Club is a space for MCs, poets, rappers, beatmakers and producers build out a collaborative mixtape. This project is hosted by Tribe Artist Society and led by the multi-talented, Emil Starlight. Come contribute, and grow with a community of musical creatives!

Thursday Night Jam Sessions 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 ZHE the Free!

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

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

Thursday Night Jam Sessions 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 Tehillah!

Come down for a monthly installment of Window Case Concerts! Enjoy the tunes of members from One Big Jam during lunchtime & engage in an interactive talk show with the members of One Big Jam hosted by Priscilla Cherry from The Oratory.

At May's Meet Up we're exploring how arts for social change can impact the work of community developers. Arts for Social Change is using the arts practices to build and support healthy, sustainable, and more just communities.

*Registration required

Join us at Alcove for a knitting workshop. We’ll teach basic knitting skills like how to handle the sewing. People will love the different kinds of ways they can learn and make their own creations!

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City Building Program is back looking to engage and explore how artists and creatives can shape Calgary! As Calgary continues to grow let's ensure artists and creatives communities make their impact! This is part 2 of a 3 part series!

*Registration recommended