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Etihad - First Flight to Calgary Launch
October 26 | Pali Room
Etihad Airways has officially launched Western Canada’s first direct flight to Abu Dhabi, opening the door to new travel opportunities from Calgary to the UAE.
We were delighted to support the Etihad team in celebrating this milestone at an elegant soirée at the Pali Room. Thank you to the business and community leaders who joined us to mark this exciting occasion. With direct flights from Calgary to Abu Dhabi, travellers can discover the UAE’s vibrant capital, from iconic landmarks and rich cultural experiences to local culinary delights and year-round sunshine.
Ready to discover somewhere new? Visit Etihad Airways’ website to explore flight options, destinations and stopover experiences.
VinylCentric Gallery & Archive - Capitol 6000 Series
Ongoing | Bankers Hall - 315 8 Ave SW
VinylCentric’s Capitol 6000 Series exhibit is now open! Discover how two young mavericks helped bring The Beatles and the British Invasion to Canada, sparking Beatlemania and creating new opportunities for Canadian artists in the recording industry.
VinylCentric is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. located on the third floor and admission is free.
For more information, visit the VinylCentric website.
Petalo Restaurant - A New Seasonal Menu
November 16 | 3811 Edmonton Trl NE
A new season brings new flavours to Petalo! Starting November 16, guests are invited to discover Petalo’s new menu, which features an exciting selection of dishes inspired by the flavours and ingredients of the season.
Thoughtfully crafted to highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients, the new offerings introduce a variety of culinary creations while staying true to the Italian-inspired character that guests have come to enjoy at Petalo.
The Petalo team is very excited about the new menu and looks forward to welcoming guests to experience it when it arrives. Get ready to discover what's new!
Visit Petalo to reserve your table.
Kensington BIA - Christmas in Kensington
November 19 to December 20 | Throughout Kensington
The holiday season officially arrives in Kensington on Thursday, November 19, with Kick-off to Christmas in Kensington! Beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the outdoor plaza along Kensington Road, the evening will feature a festive tree lighting, visits with Santa and the Mean Green Friend and late-night shopping at participating businesses. At 9 p.m., join the Kensington BIA for a screening of Love Actually at the Plaza Theatre. Stay tuned for the ticket information!
The festive fun continues on weekends throughout November and December, with visits from Santa, the Mean Green Friend and a petting zoo. Explore the neighbourhood, discover local shops and celebrate the season with family and friends. For event details and the latest updates, visit the Kensington BIA website.
Parachutes for Pets | New Tito Cooley Merch
Pre-order now | Online
Show your support for Parachutes for Pets, Calgary Flames star goaltender Devin Cooley and his iconic rabbit, Tito, with the new Cooley x Parachutes for Pets merchandise collection!
Featuring Tito and some of Devin Cooley’s most iconic quotes, the collection includes hoodies, T-shirts, hats and more. Each item is handcrafted in-house by the Parachutes for Pets team and made to order with care.
All proceeds go directly toward supporting Parachutes for Pets programs, helping vulnerable people and their pets stay together.
Pre-order your merchandise today on you thrifty animal website and visit the Parachutes for Pets website for more information about their programs.
DRC Live - Electric Moons Calgary
November 27 | 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Gibson Fine Art in Calgary
Bordeaux winemaker and artist Vincent Cruège brings the third chapter of his Electric Moons series to Gibson Fine Art in Calgary on November 27 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Explore three new paintings inspired by the glow of city streetlamps, while enjoying a curated selection of Vignobles Silvio Denz wines, artisan cheese pairings from Say Cheese Fromagerie and live performances by Ammolite Opera featuring French composers Debussy and Fauré. Discover an evening where fine wine, art and music come together. The wines are exclusive to DRC Imports and Bordeaux wine drinkers shouldn't miss the opportunity to experience these wines first hand with Vincent.
Tickets are on sale now! Get yours today through Showpass. Friends of PARKER PR have exclusive access to an elevated VIP experience. Interested in finding out more? Reach out to Kristina at kristina@parkerpr.ca for more details.