25 fun things to do this November in Calgary and surrounding area! This month, join in the city’s first Beard Run (even if you don’t have a beard), bring your dog to a mid-month Christmas market, find out what a cruffin is and throw some teddies at a Hitmen game. Some many things to do – so little time! Of course do not forget to take the time to recognize Remembrance Day. Our Team’s real estate office is just steps from the Memorial Drive row of crosses. We have had the pleasure of joining in the Remembrance Day event the past several years at this location and it is truly special and not to be missed! http://www.avenuecalgary.com/Things-to-Do/25-Best-Things-To-Do-This-November-Calgary-2016/
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16 Remembrance Day Activities and Ceremonies in Calgary This Year
Commemorate those who serve by attending ceremonies or services, watching theatre productions or attending a talk
This year marks the centenary of the start of the First World War. To mark this occasion, attend a ceremony, service or other Remembrance Day activity.
Here are 16 to consider.
Jake’s Gift
Remembering fallen soldiers doesn’t have to just take place on November 11. This year, Lunchbox Theatre is commemorating Remembrance Day with its production of Jake’s Gift. Jake fought in the Canadian army during the Second World War, and for the 60th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Jake returns to Normandy. What he doesn’t expect is to meet a young boy who helps him confront his past head on. Labelled a “charming play,” this is a great way to recognize Remembrance Day.
(Now until Nov. 22, Lunchbox Theatre, 115 9 Ave. S.E., lunchboxtheatre.com)
Looking Forward
This exhibition at the LoveCraft Gallery is a celebration of the lives of our veterans. Featuring artists such as Bonnie Critchley, John Oliver, Justin Heinmann and others, attendees can purchase art to support the Calgary Poppy Fund.
(Now until Nov. 15, LoveCraft Gallery, 121, 1803 60 St. S.E., lovecraftgallery.com)
The Field of Crosses
Each year, more than 3,000 white crosses are displayed along Memorial Drive to symbolize the roughly 3,000 soldiers from Southern Alberta who have died in action. Visit the site at any point to read the names, ranks, regiments, date of death and age of death of the Southern Albertan soldiers killed in action. For a truly moving experience, visit at sunrise for the flag raising ceremony or attend the Remembrance Day service.
The service begins at 10:45 a.m. on Nov. 11.
(Now until Nov. 11, Memorial Dr. between 3 St. N.W. and Centre St., fieldofcrosses.com)
Heritage Triangle Walking Tour
Before November 11, join staff from the Glenbow Library, the City’s archives and the Community Heritage and Family History collection on an exclusive walking tour. From 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., discover what lives in these collections that comes from the First World War era.
(Nov. 7, 616 Macleod Tr. S.E., calgarypubliclibrary.com)
Silent Night
The Calgary Opera commemorates the centenary of the start of the First World War with a moving opera performance. The story is inspired by true events: on Christmas Eve in 1914, both sides lay down their weapons for a Christmas truce. Shots ceased and the soldiers left the trenches to bury their dead and sing Christmas carols. This opera, by Kevin Pts and Mark Campbell, is the Canadian premiere.
(Nov. 8, Nov. 12 and Nov. 14, 1415 14 Ave. N.W., calgaryopera.com)
Calgary Public Library Events
On Sunday, November 9, Calgarians interested in history can attend three events at the Calgary Public Library. From 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., attend Calgary’s Grand Theatre in the Great War event to enjoy some war-time entertainment in and get a look inside the issues of the era that impacted film and the theatre, such as women’s suffrage and nativism.
From 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. learn more about the role newspapers and propaganda played in 1914 in the library’s The Media and World War 1 event, and from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., discover how Albertan women contributed to the war effort. The Genius For Organization is presented by award-winning writer and researcher Adriana Davies.
(Nov. 9, 616 Macleod Tr. S.E., calgarypubliclibrary.com)
Remembrance Day at the Military Museums
This formal service takes place outside of the museum. Dress in warm clothes and pick up coffee or hot chocolate for the moving service. Explore the museum after the service. Admission is free for the day.
The service begins at 10:45 a.m.
(Nov. 11, 4520 Crowchild Tr. S.W., themilitarymuseums.ca)
Central Memorial Park Remembrance Day Service
Every year, Calgary’s oldest park hosts a Remembrance Day ceremony. Remember fallen soldiers in front of the First World War statue (located in front of the library) and the Boer War Memorial equestrian statue.
The service begins at 11 a.m.
(Nov. 11, 1221 2 St. S.W., calgary.ca)
Behind the Scenes Tour: First World War
Tour the Glenbow’s collection of First World War artifacts in this special tour. The tour costs $15 or $12 for Glenbow members.
The tour begins at 6 p.m. sharp.
(Nov. 11, 130 9 Ave. S.E., glenbow.org)
Cemetery tours at Union Cemetery
Receive a guided tour of the cemetery and learn more about some of the heroes that were laid to rest here. This is also an opportunity to reflect on the Canadian Military and RCMP traditions.
The tour begins at 2 p.m.
(Nov. 11, Erlton St. and 32 Ave. S.W., calgary.ca)
Remembrance Day Service at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
This Remembrance Day ceremony is free and open to all, but try to get here close to 9:30 a.m. when the auditorium doors open as tickets are issued on a first-come, first-served basis.
The 75-minute service begins at 10:30 a.m.
(Nov. 11, 1415 14 Ave. N.W., jubileeauditorium.com)
Aero Space Museum of Calgary Remembrance Day Ceremony
This year’s outdoor ceremony includes a talk by the Honourary Colonel John Melbourne, who joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1953 and served in uniform for 11 years, mostly working in Search and Rescue missions in Ontario and Quebec.
The ceremony begins at 10:15 a.m.
(Nov. 11, 4629 McCall Way N.E., asmac.ab.ca)
Remembrance Day at the Royal Canadian Legions
Services are held at many branches of the Royal Canadian Legions in the city. This year, at the Kensington location (1910 Kensington Rd. N.W.), the ceremony is followed by lunch, refreshments and entertainment by Joel Spire.
The Kensington Legion service begins at 10:45 a.m.
(Nov. 11, Various locations, legion.ca)
Battalion Park Remembrance Day Service
This annual service centres around the historical monument at this park.
The ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m.
(Nov. 11, 3001 Signal Hill Dr. S.W., calgary.ca)
The Eastern Front 1914
Revisit those high school history courses and re-learn how the First World War began on the Eastern Front. In the talk, led by military historian Stéphane Guevremont, attendees will also learn how the development of the Great War in this area explains present day events in the Ukraine.
The talk runs from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
(Nov. 14, 616 Macleod Tr. S.E., calgarypubliclibrary.com)
Eating Your Way Through WW1
If you have an appetite for history, learn how Calgarians ate during those Great War years from 1914 to 1918.
The talk runs from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
(Nov. 16, 616 Macleod Tr. S.E., calgarypubliclibrary.com)
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