East Village Weekly Round-Up (Feb 12-18)

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This special edition of our East Village Weekly Round-Up features all the Valentine’s and Family Day happenings in EV. Keep reading to get some ideas for quality time with your loved ones this week!

Valentine’s Day

Wine is my Valentine at Yardarm

Head over to East Village’s best late-night spot for their “anti-Valentine’s Day” dinner. Bring yourself or whoever you hold dear for live music, discounted wine and a special dinner curated by Yardarm’s chef. This evening is not ticketed, but reservations are recommended.

When: Friday, February 14, 5pm ‘til late
Where: #107, 535 8 Ave SE

Valentine’s Day Karaoke with Mariya Stokes

The King Eddy is feelin' the love, because Calgary country artist Mariya Stokes is back with a Valentine’s Day edition of Live Karaoke! A portion of all proceeds from will be donated to the Women’s Centre of Calgary.

When: Friday, February 14 at 8:00pm
Where: 438 9 Ave SE
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door

$10 Date Night at Studio Bell: Valentine’s Day Bash

The National Music Centre (NMC) will kick off another year of its popular $10 Date Night series at Studio Bell with a special Valentine’s Day Bash. The evening will feature vinyl DJs spinning all of the best love tunes on the East Village Skybridge, a cash bar with beers provided by Village Brewery, and a Cupid’s Arrow cocktail. Plus, daters can take in a ballroom dancing lesson inside Studio Bell’s second floor performance hall, and explore five floors of interactive exhibitions.

When: Friday, February 14 at 5:00pm
Where: 850 4 St SE
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door

Valentine's Day at Raw Canvas

Bring your friend, a loved one or come solo to a special Valentine’s evening at Raw Canvas, where you'll make tiramisu from scratch with The Spice Chica and create a painting with the Raw Canvas team!

When: Friday, February 14 at 8:00pm
Where: 609 Confluence Way SE
Cost: $55/person

Couples Massage at Clinic Sport & Health

To celebrate Valentine’s, Clinic Sport & Health, is offering a limited number of couples massage sessions from Feb 10-17. Each reservation will include side-by-side massages (your choice of swedish, deep tissue, and hot stone techniques) with aromatherapy, plus champagne and truffles. To book, email frontdesk@clinicsportandhealth.com or call 403-910-6296.

When: February 10-17
Where: 520 6 Ave SE
Cost: Contact Clinic for pricing

FAMILY DAY

Family Day Pajama Party

Break out your best pajamas and celebrate Family Day at the Central Library with a cartoon marathon, a special storytime, pop-up performances, crafts, and more.

When: Monday, February 17 from 12-4pm
Where: 800 3 St SE
Cost: Free

Family Day Bike Ride with Cyclepalooza

Join Cyclepalooza for a short, family-friendly ride and play! The group will meet at the Delta Garden on the south side of Peace Bridge and ride towards East Village, stopping at the Simmons Building for treats and drinks, then continuing on to EV’s Crossroads Playground. Group meets at 9:45am and departs at 10:00am.

When: Monday, February 17 from 10am-12pm
Where: Eau Claire, RiverWalk pathway and East Village
Cost: Free

Family Day with Jory Kinjo

Bring your mini rockstars down to the King Eddy for an afternoon of rockin’ tunes with Jory Kinjo!

When: Monday, February 17 from 12-4pm
Where: 438 9 Ave SE
Cost: Free

Boardwalk presents: A Smalltown DJs Family Dance Party

Calgary’s favourite DJ duo, Smalltown DJs will be in the house curating the ultimate family dance party, spinning all the best jams for parents and preschoolers alike.

When: Monday, February 17 from 10am-5pm
Where: 850 4 St SE
Cost: Included with admission

Freestyle Painting at Raw Canvas

Let your inner artist shine! Head over to Raw Canvas for a freestyle painting session on Family Day to get creative. Please register in advance with your time of arrival. Minimal instruction will be given, but the Raw Canvas team can provide tips!

When: Monday, February 17, open to book from 2:00-10:00pm
Where: 609 Confluence Way SE
Cost: $25 for the first hour, then $15 per hour after

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