http://www.edmontonevents.com/ en-us Copyright 2004-2008 Refresh Web Development LLC http://www.HeliosCalendar.com http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=rss Upcoming Event Information From The EdmontonEvents.com http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2075 1st Annual Polish Ukrainian Wiosenny Festyn (Spring Music and Dance Festival) A benifit for Prostate Cancer Reasearch. Featuring Walter Ostanek and the Western Senators and Special Guest The Austin Kawa Band May 9-10-11, 2008 at the Calmar Curling Club Calmar, Alberta For advance tickets call the Calmar Town Office 780-985-3604 or check out the poster on the Town of Calmar web site www.town.calmar.ab.ca Polish and Ukrainian food and Dancing performances and dancing to Walter Ostanek and The Western Senators and the Austin Kawa Band. Doors open Friday at 5:30 Zirka performance at 6:50 Polonez performance at 7:20 Dance starts 8:00 pm till 02:00 am. Free RV parking at the Calmar sports grounds. Saturday doors open free admission at 09:30-4:30 open stage performances from 10:00am till 4:30. Saturday 5:30 doors open for another evening just like Friday night. Polka mass Sunday 11:00am till noon. Afternoon dance from 1:00 till 3:30. Door prizes and lots of fun sponsered by the Edmonton Accordion Society, Town of Calmar, Polonez Polish Dance group and Zirka Ukrainian Dance group. If you've ever been at a Polish or Ukrainian wedding and had a good time you'll have a blast at the Calmar Curling Club May 9-10-11 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2075 Fri, 09 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2001 This story is about Buddy Holly before he became a pioneer of Rock 'n Roll. Buddy is having his 18th birthday just as his final year of high school is starting. Buddy's parents have a quiet at home evening planned watching their brand new TV and playing the violin, his girlfriend has set up a surprise party with all their friends and Buddy just wants to play guitar at the local ballroom for a touring record producer who is looking for the next Elvis. This one night Buddy has to find a way to please both his parents and his girlfriend yet try to break into the record business. Join us for a re-imagining of the early days of Buddy Holly and hearing his great songs including 'That'll Be The Day', 'It Just Doesn't Matter Anymore' and 'Rave On'. http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2001 Fri, 09 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=546 'Wanting something isn't the same as having a right to it' It's in a child's best interest to have two loving and caring parents regardless of how the child is brought into the world. But you can't always get what you want . . . Jess and Maee each have a daughter fathered by Tom, who lives with contract lawyer William. The deal is that now Jesswill have another child for Tom and William to raise . . however, Jess realizes that she can't give the baby away. In anger, Tom turns to William to take the matter to court to establish his paternity rights. In an ever-changing world where the definition of family has broadened, New Zealand playwright Ken Duncum has written a topical play about gay parents and surrogacy. Two couples struggle to stay together and break apart, as they fight through a custody battle. Northern Light Theatre is extremely pleased to present the Canadian premiere of this provocative script that will no doubt have audiences in serious thought and discussion. http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=546 Fri, 09 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2188 The Edmonton Chill take on their western division rivals the Jazz of Tacoma at MacEwan Centre For Sports and Wellness. Bring the whole family to see some awesome International Basketball League action! Doors open at 5pm Game at 7:11pm http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2188 Fri, 09 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=1957 Fire is a story loosely based on the scandalous lives of real-life cousins, rocker Jerry Lee Lewis and TV evangelist Jimmy Swaggart. This tale is about two brothers Herchel who becomes a preacher just like their father and Cale who becomes a musician. Cale's wild lifestyle as his star is rising takes away everything he has worked for. Hershel falls from grace when he wants what Cale has, fame and Cale's wife. You will hear great gospel music and rock 'n' roll classics such as 'Whole Lot of Shakin' Going on', 'Good Golly Miss Molly' and 'Great Balls of Fire' By: Paul Ledoux and David Young Directed by: James MacDonald Starring: Ted Dykstra and Rick Roberts http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=1957 Fri, 09 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2184 MFC 16: Anger Management will take place at the River Cree Resort and Casino on May 9. The main event will have international icon Gary 'Big Daddy' Goodridge taking on heavyweight sensation and A&E realty show star Eric 'The Big E' Pele. Other clashes will take be in light heavyweight, middleweight and lightweight. The fighting styles will be traditional boxing with Greco-Roman wrestling, grappling with various submission techniques, modern martial arts such as Thai kickboxing, Brazilian juijitsu and many other techniques. Come out and see these fighters duke it out. Door open at 6pm http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2184 Fri, 09 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2116 The Full Monty is about six unemployed steel workers, having a hard time trying to get their lives back together. These men come up with a plan that will force them to face their fears and at the same time their inhibitions along with their clothes. This production is based on the popular film and Broadway hit that has been nominated for 10 Tony Awards. Come and join us for an enjoyable evening of lovable characters and memorable music. Book by Terrence McNally, Music & Lyrics by David Yazbek Based on the Motion Picture released by Fox Searchlight Pictures and Written by Simon Beaufoy Buffet: 6-8pm Show 8pm http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2116 Fri, 09 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2189 Come out and cheer on the Edmonton Chill as they take on the Jazz of Tacoma at MacEwan Centre For Sports and Wellness. Bring out your family and friends to see some exciting IBL basketball action! Doors open at 5pm Game at 7:11pm http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2189 Sat, 10 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2219 Middle Men continues with the second installment of this crime comedy! Matt Marshall's Middle Men is the continuing series of the Nuns family as they try to make they’re way in the criminal underworld. Opening for Middle Men will be fully animated music video created by two local artists. John Macklin's lyrical storytelling has been combined with Nathan Gross's animation to create the video and song 'X-Ray Glasses' which explores the common fantasy of the pubescent male. The night will rap up with a screening of the 80’s classic 'Big Trouble in Little China' because no two things go together better than Kung-Fu fighting and mullets. http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2219 Sat, 10 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2032 Why not do something different for Mothers Day this year?? Trincan Steel Orchestra is holding their 3rd Annual Mothers Day Gala at Polish Hall (10960 - 104 St) on Saturday May 10th, 2008. Come and enjoy the sounds of the Caribbean and have some GREAT food while your there. Treat mom to a night she will NEVER forget!!! Cocktails @ 5:30pm Dinner @ 6:30pm Show and Dance @ 8:00pm till Midnight Adults $35.00 Children 8-16 $25.00 Under 8 FREE Get Your Ticket Today!!! Ebony and Ivory (Central):15129 SonyPlain Rd. Spice Island (West): 10058-163 Street Ms.V’s Caribbean and Canadian Cuisine (North): 6620-127Ave Irie Foods (South): 2807 Millwoods Road http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2032 Sat, 10 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2186 In commemorating the Buddha's Birthday, we celebrate the significance of harmony, respect, peace and cultural awareness in our society and the importance of sharing joy and happiness with all. The Ceremony of the Bathing of the Buddha is a festival for mind, body and spirit. We welcome you to join us to celebrate the Buddha's Birthday. Entry to the event is free of charge. http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2186 Sun, 11 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2080 Bring your friends and family to Commonwealth Stadium to watch the Vancouver Whitecaps play the Los Angeles Galaxy in an exhibition soccer game. David Beckham will be in the lineup for the Galaxy. Come out and watch an exciting game and cheer on your favorite soccer players. http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2080 Tue, 13 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2200 The Edmonton Cracker-Cats take on their rivals the Calgary Viper in a preseason exhibition game at Telus Field. Bring the whole family to cheer on the home team! Free admission into this exhibition game. http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2200 Sat, 17 May 2008 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2094 Our 5th annual event includes a full afternoon marketplace with artists, NGOs, unions and vendors selling Fair Trade-certified, sweatshop-free or otherwise ethically-produced clothing, textiles, fashion accessories; soccer and volleyballs; chocolate, coffee, tea, sugar; plenty of arts & crafts; mouth-watering vegetarian dishes, good vibes, good karma, short videos and three feature films: 1:00PM: 'Banana Split' http://www.shebafilms.com/films/banana_split.html 2:30 PM: 'China Blue' http://www.teddybearfilms.com/chinablue 4:30 PM: 'Global Banquet: The Politics of Food' http://www.olddogdocumentaries.com/vid_gb.html Artists, ethical importers, unions & non-profits are encouraged to contact ESPA as soon as possible for more info about tabling (and also volunteer) opportunities. Facebook members can see our Fair Trade event page, RSVP, and invite others at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=9887841691 http://www.edmontonevents.com/index.php?com=detail&eID=2094 Sat, 17 May 2008