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SUMMARY:Apollo Outdoor Pursuits Pride Hike And Mountain Potluck Picnic
DESCRIPTION:This is a relatively “EASY” short uphill hike to a mountain meadow where we will have a good ole fashioned PRIDE POTLUCK PICNIC lunch in one of the most scenic locations in Kananaskis country!  Please bring one item in your backpack to share with the group\, it can be anything (ex fruit\, chocolate\, meat and cheese\, candy\, jerky\, snacks\, homemade baking\, veggies\, beverages\, salad\, etc). Make sure that everything you bring for the picnic (plate\, napkin\, blanket or towel or jacket or similar to sit on\, food\, drink\, etc) can fit into your backpack (do not plan on carrying additional handbags\, etc).  Although it’s a short hike it’s still a good 45-60 min walk in and it is uphill.\n\n\nAnytime of year just driving to the trailhead is marvellously scenic.  Because it begins so high this trail rockets you into the alpine much faster than most.  After a very brief ascent through the forest\, the trail enters a cirque and contours meadow slopes below the soaring peaks. The meadow is a wildflower haven that contrasts sharply with the surrounding austere scree and talus. If we are lucky we may see marmots\, pikas\, and the elusive white-tailed ptarmigan\, after which this trail is named.\n\n\nRSVP REQUIRED! EMAIL ApolloOutdoorPursuits@gmail.com\n\nWear and show your pride colours!!
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/apollo-outdoor-pursuits-pride-hike-and-mountain-potluck-picnic/
LOCATION:Kananaskis Country
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Decompress & Destress Mindful Meditation with Jennifer
DESCRIPTION:Kick off your day on September 2nd with a soothing and energizing experience before the rest of the post-Pride activities unfold! Join Jennifer at 12:30 PM in Prince’s Island Park for a one-hour Decompress & Destress Mindful Meditation session. In this peaceful setting\, Jennifer will guide you through a sequence of mindful practices\, including cleansing breathwork\, positive visualization\, and gentle seated yoga movements. \nThis session is designed to help you slow down\, release tension\, and embrace the present moment\, giving you the tools to transform your day with greater focus\, relaxation\, and a sense of well-being. Whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner\, this session offers a gentle introduction to mindfulness practices that can help you navigate the fast-paced demands of life. \nSchedule: \n\n12:30 PM: Meet by the public washrooms in Prince’s Island Park.\n12:30-1:30 PM: Jennifer will lead participants to a quiet grassy spot in the park for the Decompress & Destress Mindfulness Meditation session.\n1:30-2:00 PM: Jennifer will walk participants back to the public washrooms. Break time.\n2:00-4:00 PM: Ken Ouendag will guide participants through a Forest Therapy session.\n\nAfter the meditation\, you’ll have time to unwind further before heading into the Forest Therapy walk. Just bring a yoga mat\, a willingness to relax\, and let’s breathe together as we appreciate the beauty in ourselves and the world around us.
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/decompress-destress-mindful-meditation-with-jennifer/
LOCATION:Prince’s Island Park\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Unwind in Nature: A Forest Therapy Walk with Ken Ouendag
DESCRIPTION:After the vibrant celebrations of Calgary Pride\, join us for a peaceful escape into nature on September 2nd. Led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Ken Ouendag\, this event offers a soothing way to decompress\, reconnect with the natural world\, and share a tranquil experience with your community. \nForest therapy\, inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku or “Forest Bathing\,” invites you to slow down and tune into your senses. During this guided walk\, Ken will lead you through a series of gentle invitations designed to help you relax\, refresh your mind\, and deepen your connection with the surrounding environment. \nThis isn’t just about the benefits nature provides—such as reduced stress\, improved mood\, and a greater sense of belonging—it’s also a chance to share stories\, enjoy a cup of forest tea\, and simply have fun in a supportive community setting. \nSpaces are limited to 20 participants to ensure an intimate and personalized experience. We’ll gather at 2:00 PM near the public washrooms (under the River Café) and wrap up by 4:00 PM. Please remember to complete a waiver as part of the registration process. \nTo register\, contact Ken Ouendag @nature.connected.
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/unwind-in-nature-a-forest-therapy-walk-with-ken-ouendag/
LOCATION:River Cafe\, 25 Prince's Island Park\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 0R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Becoming an Ally: Being an Engaged Bystander
DESCRIPTION:Through interactive activities and discussions\, this workshop explores the roots of harassment experienced by those with intersectional identities\, particularly the 2SLGBTQ+ community\, and provides strategies to address discrimination\, prevent harassment\, and highlight the role of bystanders. This is achieved through an overview of power and privilege\, interactive opportunities to reflect on attitudes and beliefs around gender and sexual diversity\, and practical tools for being an engaged bystander. Participants will leave this training prepared to address harassment and discrimination in a way that empowers the person experiencing harm\, while calling people who perpetual harm into productive discussions. \nIn partnership with The Centre for Sexuality.
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/becoming-an-ally-being-an-engaged-bystander/
LOCATION:AB
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:PRIDE at Shelf Life Books
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride 2024 at Shelf Life Books with a fun-filled extravaganza of local talent including drag performances by Dogiichow & Osmo Cis\, literary readings by Skylar Kay and Bret Crowle\, hosted by Kevin Allen. \nABOUT THE PRESENTERS \nOsmo Cis is an androgynous\, time travelling drag king who landed in the scene in 2022. He is as offbeat as he is handsome\, using humor in his performances to entertain audiences while making them wonder\, “what does cis mean again?” You can find Osmo at his new drag-improv show ‘Whose Drag is it Anyway?’ on October 18 at Congress Coffee\, every other month at the Ship and Anchor\, or co-hosting the ‘HoliGAY Weekends’ show every long weekend Saturday at The Attic. He’s even on Instagram! @cosmonautbinary \nDogiichow is the Campy and equally Trampy sensation\, they have been gracing stages and entertaining audiences across Alberta and beyond. Best known for their custom if slightly questionable fashion sense. When they are not being a drag jester for crowds of barking fans they can be found accepting challenges of hot dog eating contests\, watching cheesy cult classic b-movies and judging arm wrestling contests. Their drag is a celebration of their two spirit indigiqueer identity and a love of entertaining. Where will their journey take them next? Space! Probably not but you’ll just have to stay tuned. \nSkylar Kay is an emerging writer from Calgary\, AB. She has an interest in Japanese literature\, specifically haiku\, and has been pursuing this interest in her poetry since 2016. In addition to being a haiku enthusiast in creative writing\, Skylar also participates in the academic side of Japanese literature\, seeing publication in both academic and literary journals. \nBret Crowle is a multi-genre creator who has spent the last year singing\, dancing\, playing pretend\, and editing her forthcoming debut poetry collection for Frontenac House. The collection\, Jesus is a Voyeur\, will be making its way to you this October. When not creating\, she can be found looking for faces in the clouds\, listening to the same albums over and over again\, and participating in the deeply healing art of noisemaking. \nKevin Allen is a fourth-generation Calgarian who has been documenting and profiling queer people and events for 30+ years. Kevin started the Calgary Gay History Project in 2012 to uncover and preserve stories from Calgary’s 2SLGBTQ+ past (www.calgarygayhistory.ca). The Project has achieved national recognition and led to the award-winning documentary film: Gross Indecency: The Everett Klippert Story; and the best-selling book Our Past Matters: Stories of Gay Calgary. Additionally\, Kevin works as a senior election administrator for both Elections Canada and Elections Alberta.
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/pride-at-shelf-life-books/
LOCATION:Shelf Life Books\, 1302 – 4th Street SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Drag,Free,Story Teller
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SUMMARY:Boots and Pride: A Line Dance Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Saturday\, September 14 for a night of fun\, dancing\, and colourful vibes as we celebrate with a Line Dance Lesson and a jam-packed playlist to keep you moving all night long!\n🕔 BeginnerLine Dance Lesson: 5:00-6:30pm with instructors Zach & Sean\n🎶 Line Dance Playlist: 6:30-7:30pm\n👗 Colorful attire encouraged! Show up in your boldest and brightest!
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/boots-and-pride-a-line-dance-celebration/
LOCATION:Ranchmans Cookhouse & Dancehall\, 9615 Macleod Trail S\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2J 0P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Come From Away
DESCRIPTION:The true story of the small town that welcomed the world. \nBroadway’s COME FROM AWAY has won Best Musical all across North America! \nThe New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7\,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high\, but uneasiness turned into trust\, music soared into the night\, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. \nDon’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein\, and helmed by this year’s Tony Award® -winning Best Director\, Christopher Ashley. Newsweek cheers\, “It takes you to a place you never want to leave!” \nOn 9/11\, the world stopped. On 9/12\, their stories moved us all.
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/come-from-away/
LOCATION:Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium\, 1415 14th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2N 1M4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Fall Writers' Retreat - Writers' Guild of Alberta
DESCRIPTION:Please join The Writers’ Guild of Alberta for a weekend of writing and togetherness. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to work on your craft and connect with your peers — don’t miss out! \nWe are so excited to be welcoming two world-class facilitators\, Saskatoon-based poet Leah Horlick and Calgary-based fantasy author\, C.L. Polk. You can expect a talk from Leah Horlick as a welcome address on Friday evening\, two interactive workshops (one with each facilitator) on Saturday\, a group discussion and Q&A session on Saturday evening\, and a farewell address from C.L. Polk on Sunday morning. All sessions are optional\, and time is otherwise self-directed. \nAbout the Facilitators\nLeah Horlick (she/her) is the author of three collections of poetry: Riot Lung\, For Your Own Good\, and Moldovan Hotel. She is the past recipient of a Stonewall Honor Title and ARC Poetry Magazine’s Poem of the Year Award\, among others. Leah lived on Unceded Coast Salish Territories in Vancouver for nearly a decade\, during which time she and her dear friend Estlin McPhee ran REVERB\, a queer and anti-oppressive literary reading series. Last year\, Leah was the 2022-23 Canadian Writer-in-Residence with the University of Calgary’s Distinguished Writers Program. She has since returned to Saskatoon\, on Treaty Six Territory and the Homelands of the Métis\, where she grew up as a settler. \nC. L. Polk (they/them) wrote the Hugo-nominated Kingston Cycle\, including the World Fantasy Award winning Witchmark\, The Midnight Bargain\, and the Nebula-winning Even Though I Knew The End. Before writing fantasy novels\, they worked as a film extra\, a costermonger\, and also identified lepidoptera by eye. Mx. Polk lives in Calgary\, on the territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy\, the Tsuut’ina\, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations\, and the Métis Nation (Region 3). Mx. Polk is represented by Caitlin McDonald of the Donald Maass Literary Agency. \nSanctum is surrounded by beautiful boreal forest and is close to the Raven River for those who find inspiration from nature. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/fall-writers-retreat-writers-guild-of-alberta/
LOCATION:Sanctum Retreat\, 11 Sanctum Way\, Carolin\, Alberta\, T0M 0Mo\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Ruby Swan presents... The Kings & I: An Alt-Pop Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Brat summer may be over\, but the alt-pop party doesn’t have to end. Come hear Ruby Swan serenade you with her original swan songs\, plus a collection of today’s best alternative pop from artists like Charli XCX\, Hannah Diamond\, Lady Gaga\, and more. \nFeaturing one-of-a-kind drag duets with Calgary’s hottest kings\, this alt-pop cabaret is a live music and drag experience you don’t want to miss! \nPerformances by:\n♡ Noble Oney\n♡ Osmo Cis\n♡ El Rey del Sol \nTickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door (cash and card accepted).\nSeating is first come\, first served. \nWant a more exclusive experience? Our limited VIP seating package gets you preferential seating\, exclusive merchandise\, and a keepsake Polaroid photo op with the performers.
URL:https://calgarypride.ca/event/ruby-swan-presents-the-kings-i-an-alt-pop-cabaret/
LOCATION:Congress Coffee\, #1A 215 36 Ave NE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2E 2L4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag,musician
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