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SUMMARY:FascinAsian Film Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nA 4 day film festival featuring films\, panel discussions\, art show and resource fair. Showcasing the creative talents of Asian individuals in the arts. Enjoy films\, fun\, food and friends at the Central Library in Calgary. \nFilm directors and actors will be arriving in Calgary – also Calgary film makers will be showcased at the festival. A resource fair with information on how to get into the film and media industry.
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/fascinasian-film-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Calgary Central Library\, 800 3 St SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Pan Asian films
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ORGANIZER;CN="The FascinAsian Film Festival":MAILTO:calgary@fascinasian.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTSTAMP:20260624T130133
CREATED:20250418T222811Z
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UID:10000036-1746144000-1748735999@asianheritageyyc.ca
SUMMARY:Discover the Treasures of Chinatown - Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Asian Heritage Month this May with an adventure through Chinatown! Each week\, follow the clues\, explore hidden gems\, and uncover the rich history\, culture\, and flavors of this vibrant community. \nWeekly prizes for lucky winners! Are you ready to take on the challenge? Make sure to download the Goosechase app. \nwww.calgarychinatown.com – website will be updated when registration becomes live
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/discover-the-treasures-of-chinatown-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Calgary Chinatown\, 197 1 St SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P4M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Chinatown BIA":MAILTO:bia@calgarychinatown.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T130133
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SUMMARY:Sining sa Konsulado Spring Exhibit - "Filipino Traditions"
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Art Exhibit of the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary in collaboration with Salingpusa Creatives focusing on Philippine Traditions in celebration of Asian Heritage Month & Philippine Heritage Month (May & June 2025). \nThis exhibit will feature artists who are established here in Calgary\, Alberta Canada. \n29 April 2025: Soft Opening \n15 May 2025: Formal Opening of Exhibition
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/sining-sa-konsulado-spring-exhibit-filipino-traditions/
LOCATION:Consulate General of the Philippines\, 1001 1st St SE Suite 100\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 5G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Filipino
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260624T130133
CREATED:20250430T164933Z
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SUMMARY:Chinatown Block Party: Celebrating the CanAsian in You in Chinatown
DESCRIPTION:Calgary Chinatown Celebrating the CANASIA in you \nEvery weekend morning 9am-11am @ Sien Lok Park\, come experience Free Taichi ; Free Ethnic Line Dances ; & Free Language Corner \nEveryday : Chinatown Ambassador Walking Museum \nPartnering with Chinatown BIA \n\nOver 100 years of history & stories\, Calgary Chinatown is one of the oldest community in Calgary Downtown core. Over 100 years ago\, the Chinese community has been neighbor to the First Nation on the Riverbank of the Bow River. Over 100 years\, Chinese community contribute to the building of Canada\, from the building of the CPR Railroad. To providing Multi-Cultural Chinese experiences in our Chinatown\, in our cuisines\, performances\, martial arts. To providing essential workers\, to artist\, scientist\, olympic medalist. \nOver 5000 years\, the Chinese philosophy of 修身，齊家，治國，平天下。 Cultivate oneself; Manage one’s family; Govern the country; and Bring peace to the world.\nOver 5000 years\, the Chinese philosophy of character is to be Humble and self sustaining.\nFor over 100 years \, Chinatown were Humble and self sustaining\, \nBut this year\, we would like to Celebrate and share Chinatown ‘s hidden stories\, that were behind the walls of our 100 years Association\, Tongs\, Familys and Chinatown architectures\, with our Walking Museum. \nAlso\, we would like to share our Senior’s Wellness experiences with other seniors in Calgary.\nWe would like to share our Chinatown New blood’s trends and experiences with our new Arts & Murals\, with our Bubble Tea & Desserts\, with our new trends \, with our new technology. \nThis year\, we would like to invite all the Calgarian to come into Chinatown\, experiences our morning exercise\, experiences our cuisines\, experience our arts\, experience our new technology & new media \, experience your experience with our experience.
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/celebrating-the-canasia-in-chinatown-2-2/
LOCATION:Sien Lok Park\, Riverfront Avenue & 1 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 0B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Calgary Chinatown Ambassador - Chinese New Blood in Chinatown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T130133
CREATED:20250421T222340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T035032Z
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SUMMARY:National Child & Youth Mental Health Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Child and Youth Mental Health Day with us! #UnmaskingMentalHealth \n📍 Location: Diversecities Office (1406 Centre Street N)\n📅 Date: Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\n🕙 Time: 10 AM – 5 PM \n🚶‍♂️ Walk-ins are welcome! You can also register your seat for the escape room by visiting the link: https://lnkd.in/gF6F-pK6\nSee you there! Event is open to all ages. \n🎮 Activities include:\n・Escape Rooms 🗝️\n・Scavenger Hunt 🕵️‍♂️\n・Arts and Crafts 🎨\n・Wheel of Fortune Trivia 🎡\n・Games and Prizes 🏆 \n \n\nIn preparation for Child & Youth Mental Health Day\, check out our animated shorts on YouTube\, titled “Friendly Reminders” released in 2024. Story follows the daily life of Hazel and Jordan\, two classmates who navigate situations such as setting healthy boundaries\, importance of self-care\, stress and coping\, peer support\, and grief. \nVisit our playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKYRBYbmyzjD08A6imaBMxxWYPPfIrq61&si=75B8UTBV8HxDcPxn
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/national-child-youth-mental-health-day/
LOCATION:Diversecities\, 1406 Centre St N\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2E 7Z1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Chinese,Multicultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T170000
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UID:10000051-1746360000-1746378000@asianheritageyyc.ca
SUMMARY:Halo Halo Opening Reception and Merkado
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dive into the vibrant celebration of Filipino culture! Join us at the Halo Halo Merkado and the exclusive Halo Halo Opening Reception at The Confluence Historic\nSite & Parkland for an unforgettable experience as we kick off Asian Heritage Month in true Filipino style! \n \n\nHalo Halo (pronounced haa · low\, haa ·low)\, “mixed” in Tagalog\, is a multimedia showcase that delves into the intricate ways migration shapes the identities of first-generation Filipinos in Canada. Through creative storytelling\, animation\, and both digital and traditional visual arts like printmaking\, Halo Halo works to capture the journey of adaptation and belonging. \nThe exhibition features Harvey Nichol\, Moses (Moey) Aquino\, Euniz Brown\, and Salvacion Atay as they speak about their life in their adopted country and its impact on their identity. Accompanied by an animated luggage carousel video containing an extensive list of Filipino migrants to Alberta since the 1960s (courtesy of the Philippine Art Council); Halo Halo provides a holistic perspective of identity and belonging among first-generation Filipinos in Canada. \nHalo Halo opens on Friday\, Feb. 7\, 2025 and runs until Sunday\, July 27\, 2025 at The Confluence.
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/halo-halo-opening-reception-and-merkado/
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Filipino
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T130133
CREATED:20250418T223119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T034853Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Tradition: Gai Lan Ensemble featuring Chinese pipa master Hao Yifan
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Asian Heritage Month\, Gai Lan Ensemble is thrilled to invite renowned Chinese pipa master Ms. Hao Yifan (郝贻凡) back to Calgary\, joining them for an afternoon concert on Sunday May 4th at 1pm\, at Calgary’s iconic building Studio Bell\, the home of National Music Centre. \n \n– Gai Lan Ensemble’s leader Jiajia Li is the daughter of Ms. Yifan Hao.\n– The event will begin with an artist talk between Ms. Hao and her daughter\, award-winning flutist Jiajia Li.\n– Ms. Hao is the professor at the Central Conservatory of Music (Beijing) and is the current master of Wang-style pipa (汪派琵琶).\n– The concert will introduce two sides of the Chinese music landscape\, featuring traditional Chinese music including the classic pipa piece “The Moon over the River on a Spring Night” (春江花月夜）as well as new compositions written for Chinese chamber ensembles.
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/in-conversation-with-tradition-gai-lan-ensemble-featuring-chinese-pipa-master-hao-yifan/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St. SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Chinese
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T173000
DTSTAMP:20260624T130133
CREATED:20250418T215938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T033931Z
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SUMMARY:Maya: The Revelation
DESCRIPTION:Maya: The Revelation is a captivating dance production that explores themes of deception\, redemption\, and environmentalism through a mesmerizing blend of movement and storytelling. This fictional story will tell the mythical tale of a stolen treasure\, and the revelation of what it’s true powers can do. \nThis exciting event will be held on Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\, at The Grand Theatre. \n \n\nWe are one of Calgary’s original Indian classical dance schools. Founded in 1987 and led by expert artistic director\, Roma Thakore and pro-level choreographers\, Kala Bhavan is Calgary’s premiere Indian dance school teaching Bharatnatyam\, fusion & traditional folk dances of India. You may have seen us perform at local events around the city\, at one of our previous shows or at a wedding! \nOur 2025 production is titled ‘Maya: The Revelation’ and is an original dance drama. This fictional story will tell the mythical tale of a stolen treasure\, and the revelation of what it’s true powers can do. The dance drama\, in a musical style\, will include a variety of dance styles. The show will feature all of Kala Bhavan’s dancers and will be done on an original script written by KBC’s Parvathi Nair and Kajal Dattani. \nAll of the extra work that goes into a production like this is volunteer based. This is truly a passion project and all other obligations like work\, family\, significant others\, go by the wayside! 🙂
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/maya-the-revelation/
LOCATION:The Grand\, 608 1 St SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Indian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T130133
CREATED:20250424T032315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T034133Z
UID:10000048-1746383400-1746392400@asianheritageyyc.ca
SUMMARY:FascinAsian Film Festival Awards Night
DESCRIPTION:FascinAsian is a 4 day film festival featuring films\, panel discussions\, art show and resource fair. Showcasing the creative talents of Asian individuals in the arts. Enjoy films\, fun\, food and friends at the Central Library in Calgary. \nFilm directors and actors will be arriving in Calgary – also Calgary film makers will be showcased at the festival. A resource fair with information on how to get into the film and media industry.
URL:https://asianheritageyyc.ca/events/fascinasian-film-festival-awards-night/
LOCATION:Sweet Loretta Bar\, 715 11 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2R 0E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Asian Heritage Month 2025,Pan Asian films
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ORGANIZER;CN="The FascinAsian Film Festival":MAILTO:calgary@fascinasian.ca
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