Art · Calgary
October Open Studio for 55+
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Join Contemporary Calgary at our drop-in Open Studio Session for 55+ on Wednesdays in October. During this informal art-making drop-in session, participants are invited to bring their own projects along with any art and craft materials they are currently using. This time can be used not only for creating but also for connecting with other artists, fostering collaboration and inspiration.For adults age 55+.Free and no registration is required; simply check in with a gallery attendant at the front desk by signing your name each time on the sign-in sheet.*If you have questions about this workshop, please reach out to Vanessa Lamb, TD Education Program Coordinator, at vanessa@contemporarycalgary.comThis month, we are offering a tour of selected work from our Curtis Talwst Santiago exhibition worlds, worlds, worlds on October 21 from 2:00-3:00 pm.
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Runs through Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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